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Sirach 4:20-22
New Revised Standard Version Updated Edition
Sirach 4:20-22
New Revised Standard Version Updated Edition
20 Watch for the opportune time, and beware of evil,
and do not be ashamed to be yourself.(A)
21 For there is a shame that leads to sin,
and there is a shame that is glory and favor.(B)
22 Do not show partiality to your own harm
or deference to your downfall.(C)
Sirach 41:16
New Revised Standard Version Updated Edition
Sirach 41:16
New Revised Standard Version Updated Edition
16 Therefore show respect for my words,
for it is not good to feel shame in every circumstance,
nor is every kind of shaming to be approved.[a](A)
Footnotes
- 41.16 Heb: Gk and not everything is confidently esteemed by everyone
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