Sirach 14:10-12

Revised Standard Version Catholic Edition

¹⁰A stingy man’s eye begrudges bread,
and it is lacking at his table.

¹¹My son, treat yourself well, according to your means,
and present worthy offerings to the Lord.
¹²Remember that death will not delay,
and the decree^[a] of Hades has not been shown to you.

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Sirach 14:12 Gk covenant

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