OLD TESTAMENT

Sirach 30:22

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Gladness of heart is the life of a man. Cheerfulness of a man lengthens his days.

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Verse 22. Sadness. For temporal things, but trusting in Providence. 1 Peter 5:7. Grief for sin is alone of service. 2 Corinthians 7:10. Calmet.—Pusillanimity must be avoided. Worthington.

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