From the beginning of the book of Sirach [1:1-18], Office of Readings January 14, 2019: The mystery of divine wisdom

All wisdom comes from the Lord and with him it remains forever.
 

The sand of the seashore, the drops of rain, the days of eternity: who can number these?
Heaven’s height, earth’s breadth, the depths of the abyss: who can explore these?
Before all things else wisdom was created; and prudent understanding, from eternity.
To whom has wisdom’s root been revealed?  Who knows her subtleties?

There is but one, wise and truly awe-inspiring, seated upon his throne: It is the Lord; he created her, has seen her and taken note of her.
He has poured her forth upon all his works, upon every living thing according to his bounty; he has lavished her upon his friends.

Fear of the Lord is glory and splendor, gladness and a festive crown.
Fear of the Lord warms the heart, giving gladness and joy and length of days.
He who fears the Lord will have a happy end; even on the day of his death he will be blessed.

The beginning of wisdom is fear of the Lord, which is formed with the faithful in the womb.
With devoted men was she created from of old, and with their children her beneficence abides.
Fullness of wisdom is fear of the Lord; she inebriates men with her fruits.
Her entire house she fills with choice foods, her granaries with her harvest.

Wisdom’s garland is fear of the Lord, with blossoms of peace and perfect health.
Knowledge and full understanding she showers down; she heightens the glory of those who possess her.
The root of wisdom is fear of the Lord; her branches are length of days.

Wisdom is the knowledge that God loves you and that you live your life for God!

May God Be Praised!