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Sirach 4:26 - Meaning and Application

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Translation: World English Bible — Catholic Edition

" Don’t be ashamed to confess your sins. Don’t fight the river’s current. "

Sirach 4:26

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24 For wisdom will be known by speech, and instruction by the word of the tongue.

25 Don’t speak against the truth and be shamed for your ignorance.

26 Don’t be ashamed to confess your sins. Don’t fight the river’s current.

27 Don’t lay yourself down for a fool to tread upon. Don’t be partial to one who is mighty.

28 Strive for the truth to death, and the Lord God will fight for you.

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