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Sirach 30:5-8 Common English Bible (CEB)

5. When he was alive,he saw them and was glad,and at his end, he wasn’t grieved.

6. He was survived by thosewho would avenge himagainst his enemiesand who would repay kindnessto his friends.

7. A parent who spoils children nowwill end up tending to their wounds,and will experience heartacheat every outcry.

8. A horse that is unbrokenturns out stubborn,and a child, when given free rein,turns out reckless.

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