In this verse we see a direct correlation/relationship between the fear of the Lord, wisdom, and obedience to the Lord’s commandments, as one occupies himself with God’s praise. An expanded version of this verse says, “The reverent fear and worship of the Lord is the beginning of wisdom and skill (the preceding and the first essential, the prerequisite and the alphabet); a good understanding, wisdom and meaning have all those who do the will of the Lord. Their praise of Him endures forever.”
