1 Whoever fears the Lord will act like this, and whoever grasps the Law will obtain wisdom.
2 She will come to meet him like a mother, and receive him like a virgin bride.
3 She will give him the bread of understanding to eat, and the water of wisdom to drink.
4 He will lean on her and will not fall, he will rely on her and not be put to shame.
5 She will raise him high above his neighbours, and in full assembly she will open his mouth.
6 He will find happiness and a crown of joy, he will inherit an everlasting name.
7 Fools will not gain possession of her, nor will sinners set eyes on her.
8 She stands remote from pride, and liars cannot call her to mind.
9 Praise is unseemly in a sinner's mouth, since it has not been put there by the Lord.
10 For praise should be uttered only in wisdom, and the Lord himself then prompts it.
11 Do not say, 'The Lord was responsible for my sinning,' for he does not do what he hates.
12 Do not say, 'It was he who led me astray,' for he has no use for a sinner.
13 The Lord hates all that is foul, and no one who fears him will love it either.
14 He himself made human beings in the beginning, and then left them free to make their own decisions.
15 If you choose, you will keep the commandments and so be faithful to his will.
16 He has set fire and water before you; put out your hand to whichever you prefer.
17 A human being has life and death before him; whichever he prefers will be given him.
18 For vast is the wisdom of the Lord; he is almighty and all-seeing.
19 His eyes are on those who fear him, he notes every human action.
20 He never commanded anyone to be godless, he has given no one permission to sin.
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Chapter 15 of the Ecclesiastical Book deals with the choice between wisdom and foolishness, emphasizing the importance of following the ways of the Lord. The following verses address related issues, such as freedom of choice, the role of wisdom and the need to live a fair life.
Proverbs 3:13-14: "Happy is the man who finds wisdom, and the man who acquires understanding; for his merchandise is better than the silver merchandise, and his income than thin gold." This verse highlights the importance of wisdom, stating that those who seek it are more successful than those who seek material riches.
Joshua 24:15: "But if it seems to you harmful to the Lord, I chose today to those who serve, if to the gods whom they served your parents, who were beyond the river, or to the gods of the Amorites, in whose habitals; And my house will serve the Lord. " This verse emphasizes freedom of choice, but also highlights the importance of serving the Lord.
Proverbs 10:27: "The fear of the Lord extends the days; but the years of the wicked will be abbreviated." This verse talks about the importance of the Lord's fear and how it can affect the duration of a person's life.
1 John 3:7: "Little children, do not be fooled by anyone; he who practices justice is righteous, just as he is righteous." This verse emphasizes the importance of living a just life and following the ways of the Lord.
Psalm 37:23-24: "The footsteps of a good man are confirmed by the Lord, and he delights in his way. Although falling, he will not be prostrate, for the Lord sustains him with his hand." This verse talks about how the Lord protects those who follow their ways, even when they face difficulties.
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