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Ben Sira 32:17-24 New American Bible, Revised Edition (NABRE)

17. The lawless turn aside warningsand distort the law to suit their purpose.

18. The sensible will not neglect direction;the proud and insolent are deterred by no fear.

19. Do nothing without deliberation;then once you have acted, have no regrets.

20. Do not go on a way set with snares,and do not stumble on the same thing twice.

21. Do not trust the road, because of bandits;

22. be careful on your paths.

23. Whatever you do, be on your guard,for whoever does so keeps the commandments.

24. Whoever keeps the law preserves himself;and whoever trusts in the Lord shall not be put to shame.

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