Holy Scripture
Sirach 40:25
A church father on this verse
“There is a counsel by which we are raised up to choose what is lawful, what is fitting, and what is expedient according to the resolution of a good will. Whence in Ecclesiasticus: 'Gold and silver are the establishing of the feet, and above both is counsel well-pleasing.' By gold is signified sacred Scripture, by silv…”
Source: Septuagint
Original
25Gold and silver make the foot stand sure; But counsel is esteemed above them both.
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23A friend and companion never meet amiss: But above both is a wife with her husband.
24Brethren and help are against time of trouble: But alms shall deliver more than them both.
— Sirach 40:25 —
26Riches and strength lift up the heart: But the fear of the Lord is above them both: There is no want in the fear of the Lord, And it needeth not to seek help.
27The fear of the Lord is a fruitful garden, And covereth him above all glory.