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Sirach 19:5-7
New Revised Standard Version Updated Edition

5 One who rejoices in wickedness[a] will be condemned,[b]
6     but one who hates discussion lacks understanding.(A)
7 Never repeat a conversation,
    and you will lose nothing at all.

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Footnotes

  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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