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Sirach 29:7-9
Revised Standard Version Catholic Edition
Sirach 29:7-9
Revised Standard Version Catholic Edition
7 Because of such wickedness, therefore,[a] many have refused to lend;
they have been afraid of being defrauded needlessly.
8 Nevertheless, be patient with a man in humble circumstances,
and do not make him wait for your alms.
9 Help a poor man for the commandment’s sake,
and because of his need do not send him away empty.
Footnotes
- Sirach 29:7 Other authorities read It is not because of wickedness that
Revised Standard Version Catholic Edition (RSVCE)
The Revised Standard Version of the Bible: Catholic Edition, copyright © 1965, 1966 the Division of Christian Education of the National Council of the Churches of Christ in the United States of America. Used by permission. All rights reserved.
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