Sirach 6:29-37
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29 Then shall her fetters be a strong defence for thee, and her chains a robe of glory.
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30 For there is a golden ornament upon her, and her bands are purple lace.
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31 Thou shalt put her on as a robe of honour, and shalt put her about thee as a crown of joy.
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32 My son, if thou wilt, thou shalt be taught: and if thou wilt apply thy mind, thou shalt be prudent.
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33 If thou love to hear, thou shalt receive understanding: and if thou bow thine ear, thou shalt be wise,
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34 Stand in the multitude of the elders; and cleave unto him that is wise.
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35 Be willing to hear every godly discourse; and let not the parables of understanding escape thee.
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36 And if thou seest a man of understanding, get thee betimes unto him, and let thy foot wear the steps of his door.
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37 Let thy mind be upon the ordinances of the Lord and meditate continually in his commandments: he shall establish thine heart, and give thee wisdom at thine owns desire.