Sirach 1:16LXX
Orthodox Bible · LXX · Verse 16 of 40
"The fear of the Lord Is the beginning of wisdom, and was created with the faithful in the womb, it walketh with chosen women, and is known with the just and faithful."
In context
14The love of God is honourable wisdom.
15Ana they to whom she shall shew herself love her by the sight, and by the knowledge of her great works.
16The fear of the Lord Is the beginning of wisdom, and was created with the faithful in the womb, it walketh with chosen women, and is known with the just and faithful.
17The fear of the Lord is the religiousness of knowledge.
18Religiousness shall keep and justify the heart, it shall give joy and gladness.