Holy Scripture
Proverbs 4:8
A church father on this verse
“And what is meant by "exalt (fortify) her? "Surround her with holy thoughts; for you have need of large defence, since there are many things to imperil such a possession. But if it is in our power to fortify her, and if there are virtues in our power which exalt the knowledge of God, these will be her bulwarks,-as, fo…”
Source: Septuagint
Original
8Secure it, and it shall exalt thee: Honor it, that it may embrace thee;
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In context
6And forsake it not, and it shall cleave to thee: Love it, and it shall keep thee.
— Proverbs 4:8 —
9That it may give unto thy head a crown of graces, And may cover thee with a crown of delight.
10Hear, my son, and receive my words; And the years of thy life shall be increased, That the resources of thy life may be many.