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Sirach 13:28-32 Catholic Public Domain Version (CPDV)

28. The rich man has spoken, and all remain silent, and they repeat his words, even to the clouds.

29. The poor man has spoken, and they say: "Who is this?" And if he stumbles, they will overthrow him.

30. Substance is good for him who has no sin on his conscience. And poverty is called very wicked by the mouth of the impious.

31. The heart of a man changes his face, either for better or for worse.

32. You will find, with difficulty and much labor, the sign of a good heart and a good face.

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