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Wisdom of Ben Sira 37:25-27
New Catholic Bible
Wisdom of Ben Sira 37:25-27
New Catholic Bible
25 The days of a man’s life are numbered,
but the days of Israel are without number.
26 One who is truly wise will gain the confidence[a] of his people,
and his name will endure forever.
Be Vigilant over Your Life[b]
27 My child, test yourself throughout your life;
determine what is bad for you and do not indulge in it.
Footnotes
- Wisdom of Ben Sira 37:26 Will gain the confidence: some early MSS read: “will inherit the honor.”
- Wisdom of Ben Sira 37:27 Being vigilant over one’s life is also part of the art of living, with which the sage is concerned (see Sir 31:19-22).
