19 Now I was a clever child, and received a good soul. (WEB) 20 Or rather, being good, I came into an undefiled body. (WEB) 21 But perceiving that I could not otherwise possess wisdom unless God gave her to me— yes, and to know and understand by whom the grace is given— I pleaded with the Lord and implored him, and with my whole heart I said: (WEB)
Wisdom of Solomon 8:19–21
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