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Sirach 27:28 - Meaning and Application

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Translation: World English Bible — Catholic Edition

" Mockery and reproach are from the arrogant. Vengeance lies in wait for them like a lion. "

Sirach 27:28

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26 He who digs a pit will fall into it. He who sets a snare will be caught in it.

27 He who does evil things, they will roll back upon him, and he will not know where they came from.

28 Mockery and reproach are from the arrogant. Vengeance lies in wait for them like a lion.

29 Those who rejoice at the fall of the godly will be caught in a snare. Anguish will consume them before they die.

30 Wrath and anger, these also are abominations. A sinner will possess them.

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