Psalm 111

The fear of the Lord is the beginning of wisdom;
all those who practice it have a good understanding.
His praise endures for ever.

Most versions of scripture continue to translate יִרְאָה or yir'ah as fear.

This is not incorrect, but it is not the only accurate translation.

Reverence is equally correct. Respecting or honoring are involved.

Perhaps a sense of awe, a recognition of God's uncanny otherness, best captures the Hebrew.

In any case, yir'ah is the beginning of wisdom when we are motivated to run toward, not away from.

Psalm 111