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There is only one who is wise, and we must stand in awe before his throne.
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The Lord himself created Wisdom;
1 he saw her and recognized her value, and so he filled everything he made with Wisdom.
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He gave some measure of Wisdom to everyone, but poured her out on those who love him.
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If you fear the Lord, honor and pride will be yours; you will be crowned with happiness and joy.
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To honor the Lord is a heartfelt delight; it will give you a long and happy life,
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and at the end of your days all will go well for you. God will bless you on the day of your death.
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To fear the Lord is the first step to Wisdom. Wisdom is given to the faithful in their mothers' wombs.
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She has lived with us from ancient times, and generations to come will rely on her.
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To fear the Lord is Wisdom at her fullest; she satisfies us completely with her gifts
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and fills our homes and our barns
2 with all that our hearts can desire.
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To fear the Lord is the flower of Wisdom that blossoms with peace and good health.