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Wisdom of Ben Sira 1:23-25
New Catholic Bible
Wisdom of Ben Sira 1:23-25
New Catholic Bible
23 A patient man endures difficulties for a time,
and then he regains his sense of contentment.
24 Until the appropriate moment he keeps his thoughts to himself,
and then the lips of many affirm his wisdom.
If You Desire Wisdom, Keep the Commandments[a]
25 The treasuries of wisdom contain wise maxims,
but the fear of God is an abomination to the sinner.
Footnotes
- Wisdom of Ben Sira 1:25 The conduct that pleases God is to keep the law that he has given. It initiates us into a life marked by truth and justice. Keeping the law will be the first thing Jesus asks of the rich young man who comes to him seeking to gain eternal life (Mt 19:17).
