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Sirach 9:17-18
New Revised Standard Version Updated Edition
Sirach 9:17-18
New Revised Standard Version Updated Edition
Concerning Rulers
17 A work is praised for the skill of the artisan,
so a people’s leader is proved wise by his words.
18 The loud of mouth are feared in their city,
and the one who is reckless in speech is hated.(A)
New Revised Standard Version Updated Edition (NRSVUE)
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