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Sirach 15:17 - Meaning and Application

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Translation: World English Bible — Catholic Edition

" Before man is life and death. Whichever he likes, it will be given to him. "

Sirach 15:17

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15 If you choose, you can keep the commandments. To be faithful is a matter of your choice.

16 He has set fire and water before you. You will stretch forth your hand to whichever you desire.

17 Before man is life and death. Whichever he likes, it will be given to him.

18 For the wisdom of the Lord is great. He is mighty in power, and sees all things.

19 His eyes are upon those who fear him. He knows every act of man.

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Sirach 15:1

"He who fears the Lord will do this. He who has possession of the law will obtain her."

Sirach 15:2

"She will meet him like a mother, and receive him like a wife married in her virginity."

Sirach 15:3

"She will feed him with bread of understanding and give him water of wisdom to drink."

Sirach 15:4

"He will be stayed upon her, and will not be moved. He will rely upon her, and will not be confounded."

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"She will exalt him above his neighbors. She will open his mouth in the midst of the congregation."

Sirach 15:6

"He will inherit joy, a crown of gladness, and an everlasting name."

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