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Sirach 27:15-17
New Revised Standard Version Updated Edition
Sirach 27:15-17
New Revised Standard Version Updated Edition
15 The strife of the proud leads to bloodshed,
and their abuse is grievous to hear.
Betraying Secrets
16 Whoever betrays secrets destroys confidence
and will never find a congenial friend.(A)
17 Love your friends and keep faith with them,
but if you betray their secrets, do not follow after them.(B)
New Revised Standard Version Updated Edition (NRSVUE)
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