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Sirach (Ecclesiasticus) 6:1-4 Good News Bible Anglicised (GNBDC)

1. and do not be an enemy when you should be a friend. A bad reputation brings you the disgrace that lying sinners deserve.

2. Do not let your passions carry you away; this can tear your soul to pieces like a bull.

3. You will be left like a dead tree without any leaves or fruit.

4. Evil desire will destroy you and make you a joke to your enemies.

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