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Sirach 16:22 - Meaning and Application

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Translation: World English Bible — Catholic Edition

" Who will declare his works of righteousness? Who will wait for them? For his covenant is afar off. "

Sirach 16:22

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20 No heart will think about these things. Who could comprehend his ways?

21 Like a tempest which no man can see, so, the majority of his works are hidden.

22 Who will declare his works of righteousness? Who will wait for them? For his covenant is afar off.

23 He who is lacking in understanding thinks about these things. An unwise and erring man thinks foolishly.

24 My son, listen to me, learn knowledge, and heed my words with your heart.

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Sirach 16:1

"Don’t desire a multitude of unprofitable children, neither delight in ungodly sons."

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"If they multiply, don’t delight in them unless the fear of the Lord is in them."

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"For from one who has understanding, a city will be populated, but a race of wicked men will be made desolate."

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"I have seen many such things with my eyes. My ear has heard mightier things than these."

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"In a congregation of sinners, a fire will be kindled. In a disobedient nation, wrath is kindled."

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