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Sirach (Ecclesiasticus) 32

World English Bible British Edition · Berean Standard Bible

32:1

Have they made you ruler of a feast?

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32:2

And when you have done all your duties, take your place,

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32:3

Speak, you who are older, for it’s your right, but with sound knowledge;

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32:4

Don’t pour out talk where there is a performance of music.

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32:5

As a ruby signet in a setting of gold,

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32:6

As an emerald signet in a work of gold,

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32:7

Speak, young man, if you are obliged to,

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32:8

Sum up your speech, many things in few words.

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32:9

When amongst great men, don’t behave as their equal.

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32:10

Lightning speeds before thunder.

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32:11

Rise up in good time, and don’t be last.

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32:12

Amuse yourself there and do what is in your heart.

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32:13

For these things bless your Maker,

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32:14

He who fears the Lord will receive discipline.

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32:15

He who seeks the law shall be filled with it,

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32:16

Those who fear the Lord will find true judgement,

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32:17

A sinful man shuns reproof,

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32:18

A sensible person won’t neglect a thought.

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32:19

Do nothing without counsel,

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32:20

Don’t go in a way of conflict.

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32:21

Don’t be overconfident on a smooth road.

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32:22

Beware of your own children.

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32:23

In every work guard your own soul,

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32:24

He who believes the law gives heed to the commandment.

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