9. He who has not been tested, what does he know? A man with much experience will consider many things. And whoever has learned much will explain with understanding.
10. He who has no experience knows little. And he who has done many things has made many mistakes.
11. He who has not been tested, what kind of things can he know? He who has been deceived will be more cunning.
12. I have seen much by wandering, and the customs of many things.
13. At times, I have even been in danger of death because of these things, but I was freed by the grace of God.
14. The spirit of those who fear God is sought, and they will be blessed by his providence.
15. For their hope is in him who saves them, and the eyes of God are on those who love him.
16. Those who fear the Lord will tremble at nothing, and they will not be terrified. For he is their hope.
17. The soul of him who fears the Lord is blessed.
18. To whom should he look, and who is his strength?
19. The eyes of the Lord are upon those who fear him. He is a powerful Protector, a Firmament of virtue, a Shelter from the heat, and a Covering from the midday sun,
20. a Guardian from offenses, and a Helper from falling, who exalts the soul and illuminates the eyes, and who gives health and life and blessing.
21. An immolation from iniquity is a stained oblation, and the derisions of the unjust are not well pleasing.
22. The Lord is only for those who persevere for him in the way of truth and justice.