Sirach 34:9–17

What doth he know, that hath not been tried? A man that hath much experience, shall think of many things: and he that hath learned many things, shall shew forth understanding. 10He that hath no experience, knoweth little: and he that hath been experienced in many things, multiplieth prudence. 11He that hath not been tried, what manner of things doth he know? he that hath been surprised, shall abound with subtlety. 12I have seen many things by travelling, and many customs of things. 13Sometimes I have been in danger of death for these things, and I have been delivered by the grace of God. 14The spirit of those that fear God, is sought after, and by his regard shall be blessed. 15For their hope is on him that saveth them, and the eyes of God are upon them that love him. 16He that feareth the Lord shall tremble at nothing, and shall not be afraid: for he is his hope. 17The soul of him that feareth the Lord is blessed.