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Sirach (Ecclesiasticus) 51:26-30 Good News Bible Anglicised (GNBDC)

26. Put on the yoke, and be willing to learn. The opportunity is always near.

27. See for yourselves! I have really not studied very hard, but I have found great contentment.

28. No matter how much it costs you to get Wisdom, it will be well worth it.

29. Be joyfully grateful for the Lord's mercy, and never be ashamed to praise him.

30. Do your duty at the proper time, and the Lord, at the time he thinks proper, will give you your reward.

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