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Sirach 27:21-23
New Revised Standard Version Updated Edition
Sirach 27:21-23
New Revised Standard Version Updated Edition
21 For a wound may be bandaged,
and there is reconciliation after abuse,
but whoever has betrayed secrets is without hope.(A)
Hypocrisy and Retribution
22 Whoever winks the eye plots harm,
and those who know such a one will keep their distance.(B)
23 In your presence their mouths are all sweetness,
and they admire your words,
but later they will twist their speech
and with your own words they will cause a scandal.(C)
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