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Sirach 21:8 - Meaning and Application

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Translation: World English Bible — Catholic Edition

" He who builds his house with other men’s money is like one who gathers stones for his own tomb. "

Sirach 21:8

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6 One who hates reproof is in the path of the sinner. He who fears the Lord will repent in his heart.

7 He who is mighty in tongue is known far away; but the man of understanding knows when he slips.

8 He who builds his house with other men’s money is like one who gathers stones for his own tomb.

9 The congregation of wicked men is as a bundle of tow with a flame of fire at the end of them.

10 The way of sinners is paved with stones; and at the end of it is the pit of Hades.

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Sirach 21:1

"My son, have you sinned? Do it no more; and ask forgiveness for your past sins."

Sirach 21:2

"Flee from sin as from the face of a snake; for if you go near, it will bite you. Its teeth are like lion’s teeth, slaying people’s souls."

Sirach 21:3

"All iniquity is as a two-edged sword. Its stroke has no healing."

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"Terror and violence will waste away riches. So the house of an arrogant man will be laid waste."

Sirach 21:5

"Supplication from a poor man’s mouth reaches to the ears of God, and his judgment comes speedily."

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"One who hates reproof is in the path of the sinner. He who fears the Lord will repent in his heart."

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