Good News Bible Anglicised

Sirach (Ecclesiasticus) 1:8-14 Good News Bible Anglicised (GNBDC)

8. There is only one who is wise,and we must stand in awe before his throne.

9. The Lord himself created Wisdom;he saw her and recognized her value,and so he filled everything he made with Wisdom.

10. He gave some measure of Wisdom to everyone,but poured her out on those who love him.

11. If you fear the Lord, honour and pride will be yours;you will be crowned with happiness and joy.

12. To honour the Lord is a heartfelt delight;it will give you a long and happy life,

13. and at the end of your days all will go well for you.God will bless you on the day of your death.

14. To fear the Lord is the first step to Wisdom.Wisdom is given to the faithful in their mothers' wombs.