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Ecclesiasticus 40:21-26 Douay-Rheims Challoner Revision 1752 (DRC1752)

21. The flute and the psaltery make a sweet melody, but a pleasant tongue is above them both.

22. Thy eye desireth favour and beauty, but more than these green sown fields.

23. A friend and companion meeting together in season, but above them both is a wife with her husband.

24. Brethren are a help in the time of trouble, but mercy shall deliver more than they.

25. Gold and silver make the feet stand sure: but wise counsel is above them both.

26. Riches and strength lift up the heart: but above these is the fear of the Lord.

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