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Sirach 19:3-5
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3 Decay and worms will take possession of him,
    and the reckless person will be snatched away.(A)

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4 One who trusts quickly has a shallow mind,
    and one who sins does wrong to himself.
5 One who rejoices in wickedness[a] will be condemned,[b]

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  1. 19.5 Other ancient authorities read heart
  2. 19.5 Other ancient authorities add but one who withstands pleasures crowns his life. One who controls the tongue will live without strife,
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