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Sirach 4:27 - Meaning and Application

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Translation: World English Bible — Catholic Edition

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

Sirach 4:27

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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.

29 Don’t be hasty with your tongue, or slack and negligent in your deeds.

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"My son, don’t deprive the poor of his living. Don’t make the needy eyes wait long."

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