Sirach 51:18 - Revised Version with Apocrypha 1895

For I purposed to practise her, And I was zealous for that which is good; And I shall never be put to shame.

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I made up my mind to put Wisdom into practice; I sought the good, and I will never be ashamed.

When I was still young, before I wandered astray, I sought wisdom openly in my prayer.

When I was yet young, before I wandered about, I sought for wisdom openly in my prayer.

I was determined to live wisely and was devoted to the cause of goodness. I have no regrets.

For I determined to practice her. I was zealous for that which is good. I will never be put to shame.

I chose to live by Wisdom and always do right, and I have never had a reason to be ashamed.