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Ben Sira 7:9-14 New American Bible, Revised Edition (NABRE)

9. Do not say, “He will appreciate my many gifts;the Most High God will accept my offerings.”

10. Do not be impatient in prayeror neglect almsgiving.

11. Do not ridicule the embittered;Remember: there is One who exalts and humbles.

12. Do not plot mischief against your relativeor against your friend and companion.

13. Refuse to tell lie after lie,for it never results in good.

14. Do not babble in the assembly of the eldersor repeat the words of your prayer.

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