Sirach 51:13-22

I inclined my ear a little and received her,
and I found for myself much instruction.
I made progress in her;
to him who gives wisdom I will give glory.
For I resolved to live according to wisdom,
and I was zealous for the good,
and I shall never be disappointed.
My soul grappled with wisdom,
and in my conduct I was strict;(Sirach 51:16-19)

We start the path to wisdom by listening.

We make progress on the path by giving glory to God.

We ascend the path through discipline and resolve.

We continue on the path by ἐξεπέτασα: grappling, stretching, risking, spreading out, opening up.