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Sirach 4:19-23 Common English Bible (CEB)

19. If they go astray,she will leave them behindand hand them over to their downfall.

20. Watch closely for the right opportunity,be on guard against evil,and don’t be ashamed of yourself.

21. There’s a kind of shamethat brings about sin,and there’s a kind of shamethat brings good reputation and favor.

22. Don’t show partiality to your own hurt,and don’t show respectto your own downfall.

23. Don’t keep from speakingin a time of need,

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