OLD TESTAMENT

Sirach 3:16

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He who forsakes his father is as a blasphemer. He who provokes his mother is cursed by the Lord.

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Verse 16. Sin. Or ill-nature. Greek, “instead of sins, (17) a house shall be built up for thee.” Bible.—Thy family shall increase. Exodus 1:21. Calmet.—Alms, prayer, and sacrifice for parents merit reward. Worthington.

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