Ben Sira 1:14

14 To fear the Lord is the beginning of wisdom, and it was created with the faithful in the womb.

Ben Sira 1:14 In-Context

12 The fear of the Lord maketh a merry heart, and giveth joy and gladness and a long life.
13 Whoso feareth the Lord, it shall go well with him at the last, and he shall find favor in the day of his death.
14 To fear the Lord is the beginning of wisdom, and it was created with the faithful in the womb.
15 She hath built an everlasting foundation with men, and she shall continue with their seed.
16 To fear the Lord is fullness of wisdom, and filleth men with her fruits.
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