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Sirach 18:19-21
New Revised Standard Version Updated Edition
Sirach 18:19-21
New Revised Standard Version Updated Edition
The Need of Reflection and Self-control
19 Before you speak, learn,
and before you fall ill, take care of yourself.(A)
20 Before judgment comes, examine yourself,
and at the time of scrutiny you will find forgiveness.(B)
21 Before falling ill, humble yourself,
and when you have sinned, repent.(C)
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