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Sirach 5:1-3 Catholic Public Domain Version (CPDV)

1. Do not choose to seek iniquitous possessions, and you should not say: "I have all I need in life." For it will be of no benefit to you in the time of retribution and darkness.

2. You should not pursue, in your strength, the desires of your heart.

3. And you should not say: "How powerful am I?" or, "Who will cast me down because of my deeds?" For God will vindicate with vengeance.

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