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The fear of the Lord is a crown of wisdom, filling up peace and the fruit of salvation:
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And it hath seen, and numbered her: but both are the gifts of God.
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Wisdom shall distribute knowledge, and understanding of prudence: and exalteth the glory of them that hold her.
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The root of wisdom is to fear the Lord: and the branches thereof are longlived.
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In the treasures of wisdom is understanding, and religiousness of knowledge: but to sinners wisdom is an abomination.
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The fear of the Lord driveth out sin:
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For he that is without fear, cannot be justified: for the wrath of his high spirits is his ruin.
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A patient man shall bear for a time, and afterwards joy shall be restored to him.
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A good understanding will hide his words for a time, and the lips of many shall declare his wisdom.
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In the treasures of wisdom is the signification of discipline:
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But the worship of God is an abomination to a sinner.