Sirach 40:25-28 Catholic Public Domain Version (CPDV)

25. Gold and silver provide a firm position for the feet, but well-spoken counsel is above them both.

26. Ability and strength lift up the heart, but the fear of the Lord is above these things.

27. There is no loss in the fear of the Lord, and it has no need to ask for assistance.

28. The fear of the Lord is like a paradise of blessings, and they have covered it above all glory.

Sirach 40