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Sirach 4:20-22
Revised Standard Version
Sirach 4:20-22
Revised Standard Version
20 Observe the right time, and beware of evil;[a]
and do not bring shame on yourself.
21 For there is a shame which brings sin,
and there is a shame which is glory and favor.
22 Do not show partiality, to your own harm,
or deference, to your downfall.
Footnotes
- Sirach 4:20 Or an evil man
Revised Standard Version (RSV)
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