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Sirach 28:16-18
New Revised Standard Version Updated Edition
Sirach 28:16-18
New Revised Standard Version Updated Edition
16 Those who pay heed to slander[a] will not find rest,
nor will they settle down in peace.
17 The blow of a whip raises a welt,
but a blow of the tongue crushes the bones.(A)
18 Many have fallen by the edge of the sword,
but not as many as have fallen because of the tongue.(B)
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- 28.16 Gk it
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