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Sirach 22:22-24
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22 If you open your mouth against your friend,
    do not worry, for reconciliation is possible.
But as for reviling, arrogance, disclosure of secrets, or a treacherous blow—
    in these cases any friend will take to flight.(A)

23 Gain the trust of your neighbor in his poverty,
    so that you may rejoice[a] with him in his prosperity.
Stand by him in time of distress,
    so that you may share with him in his inheritance.[b](B)
24 The vapor and smoke of the furnace precede the fire;
    so insults precede bloodshed.(C)

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Footnotes

  1. 22.23 Other ancient authorities read you also may be filled
  2. 22.23 Other ancient authorities add For one should not always despise restricted circumstances or admire a rich person who has no resolve.
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