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Sirach 18:18-23 World English Bible (WEB)

18. A fool will upbrade ungraciously; And the gift of an envious man consumes the eyes.

19. Learn before you speak; And have a care of your health or ever you be sick.

20. Before judgement examine yourself; And in the hour of visitation you shall find forgiveness.

21. Humble yourself before you be sick; And in the time of sins show repentance.

22. Let nothing hinder you to pay your vow in due time; And wait not until death to be justified.

23. Before you make a vow, prepare yourself; And be not as a man that tempts the Lord.

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