“The fear of the LORD is the beginning of knowledge: but fools despise wisdom and instruction” (Proverbs 1:7 KJV). Fear is a good thing, when it keeps us from doing something contrary to our wellbeing. Jesus gave friendly advice. “And fear not them which kill the body, but are not able to kill the soul: but rather fear Him which is able to destroy both soul and body in hell” (Matthew 10:28 KJV). The first truth of knowledge is fear God. That is wisdom and instruction. Amen.