5. Was not the water sweetened by a twig,so that all might learn his power?
6. He endows people with knowledge,to glory in his mighty works,
7. Through which the doctor eases pain,
8. and the druggist prepares his medicines.Thus God’s work continues without ceasein its efficacy on the surface of the earth.
9. My son, when you are ill, do not delay,but pray to God, for it is he who heals.
10. Flee wickedness and purify your hands;cleanse your heart of every sin.
11. Offer your sweet-smelling oblation and memorial,a generous offering according to your means.
12. Then give the doctor his placelest he leave; you need him too,
13. For there are times when recovery is in his hands.
14. He too prays to GodThat his diagnosis may be correctand his treatment bring about a cure.
15. Whoever is a sinner before his Makerwill be defiant toward the doctor.
16. My son, shed tears for one who is deadwith wailing and bitter lament;As is only proper, prepare the body,and do not absent yourself from the burial.
17. Weeping bitterly, mourning fully,pay your tribute of sorrow, as deserved:A day or two, to prevent gossip;then compose yourself after your grief.