Sirach 18:12-14

Common English Bible

¹² He saw and knew that their end
was terrible;
    therefore, his willingness to be reconciled increased.
¹³ Neighbors display mercy
toward each other,
    but the mercy of the Lord is for all beings:
        he corrects, instructs, teaches,
        and turns them back,
        as a shepherd does his flock.
¹⁴ He shows mercy to those
who accept discipline
    and to those who passionately pursue
    his judgments.