OLD TESTAMENT

Sirach 18:27

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A wise man is cautious in everything. In days of sinning, he will beware of offense.

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Verse 27. Thing. Mindful of the reverse of fortune. Calmet. 11:30. Proverbs 28:14. Calmet.—Sloth, and repent. Greek adds, “the fool will not observe the season.” Bible.

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The remainder of this verse is omitted by the best authorities.

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