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Sirach 22:14-16
New Revised Standard Version Updated Edition
Sirach 22:14-16
New Revised Standard Version Updated Edition
14 What is heavier than lead?
And what is its name except “Fool”?
15 Sand, salt, and a piece of iron
are easier to bear than a stupid person.(A)
16 A wooden beam firmly bonded into a building
is not loosened by an earthquake;
so the mind firmly resolved after due reflection
will not be afraid in a crisis.(B)
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