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Sirach 20:21-26 World English Bible (WEB)

21. There is that is hindered from sinning through lack; And when he takes rest, he shall not be troubled.

22. There is that destroys his soul through bashfulness; And by a foolish countenance he will destroy it.

23. There is that for bashfulness promises to his friend; And he makes him his enemy for nothing.

24. A lie is a foul blot in a man: It will be continually in the mouth of the ignorant.

25. A thief is better than a man that is continually lying: But they both shall inherit destruction.

26. The disposition of a liar is dishonor; And his shame is with him continually.

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