Sirach 6:17-19

Revised Standard Version

¹⁷ Whoever fears the Lord directs his friendship aright,
    for as he is, so is his neighbor also.

¹⁸ My son, from your youth up choose instruction,
    and until you are old you will keep finding wisdom.
¹⁹ Come to her like one who plows and sows,
    and wait for her good harvest.
For in her service you will toil a little while,
    and soon you will eat of her produce.