Sirach 51:23–30

To him that giveth me wisdom, will I give glory. 24For I have determined to follow her: I have had a zeal for good, and shall not be confounded. 25My soul hath wrestled for her, and in doing it I have been confirmed. 26I stretched forth my hands on high, and I bewailed my ignorance of her. 27I directed my soul to her, and in knowledge I found her. 28I possessed my heart with her from the beginning: therefore I shall not be forsaken. 29My entrails were troubled in seeking her: therefore shall I possess a good possession. 30The Lord hath given me a tongue for my reward: and with it I will praise him.