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Sirach 30:13-20 World English Bible (WEB)

13. Chastise your son, and take pains with him, Lest his shameless behavior be an offence to you.

14. Better is a poor man, being sound and strong of constitution, Than a rich man that is plagued in his body.

15. Health and a good constitution are better than all gold; And a strong body than wealth without measure.

16. There is no riches better than health of body; And there is no gladness above the joy of the heart.

17. Death is better than a bitter life, And eternal rest than a continual sickness.

18. Good things poured out upon a mouth that is closed Are as messes of meat laid upon a grave.

19. What does an offering profit an idol? For neither shall it eat nor smell: So is he that is afflicted of the Lord,

20. Seeing with his eyes and groaning, As an eunuch embracing a virgin and groaning.

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