Sirach 10:17-19

Good News Translation

¹⁷He destroyed some so completely that they are not even remembered any more. ¹⁸The Creator never intended for human beings to be arrogant and violent.

People Who Should Be Honored

¹⁹Who deserves honor? The human race does, because people fear the Lord. Who does not deserve honor? The human race does not, because people break the Lord's commands.

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