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Sirach 7:18 - Meaning and Application

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Translation: World English Bible — Catholic Edition

" Don’t exchange a friend for something, neither a true brother for the gold of Ophir. "

Sirach 7:18

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16 Don’t number yourself among the multitude of sinners. Remember that wrath will not wait.

17 Humble your soul greatly, for the punishment of the ungodly man is fire and the worm.

18 Don’t exchange a friend for something, neither a true brother for the gold of Ophir.

19 Don’t deprive yourself of a wise and good wife, for her grace is worth more than gold.

20 Don’t abuse a servant who works faithfully, or a hireling who gives you his life.

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"Do no evil, so no evil will overtake you."

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"Don’t justify yourself in the presence of the Lord, and don’t display your wisdom before the king."

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