Sirach 2:7-9

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⁷You who fear the Lord, wait for his mercy;
    do not stray, or else you may fall.
⁸You who fear the Lord, trust in him,
    and your reward will not be lost.
⁹You who fear the Lord, hope for good things,
    for lasting joy and mercy.^[a]

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Footnotes

Sirach 2:9 Other ancient authorities add For his reward is an everlasting gift with joy.

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