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26 She will leave behind an accursed memory
    and her disgrace will never be blotted out.
27 Those who survive her will recognize
    that nothing is better than the fear of the Lord,
and nothing sweeter than to heed the commandments of the Lord.[a]

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Footnotes

  1. Sirach 23:27 Other ancient authorities add as verse 28, It is a great honour to follow God, and to be received by him is long life.

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