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Sirach 28:9-11
New Revised Standard Version Updated Edition
Sirach 28:9-11
New Revised Standard Version Updated Edition
9 and the sinner disrupts friendships
and sows discord among those who are at peace.(A)
10 In proportion to the fuel, so will the fire burn,
and in proportion to the obstinacy, so will strife increase;[a]
in proportion to people’s strength will be their anger,
and in proportion to their wealth they will increase their wrath.
11 A hasty quarrel kindles a fire,
and a hasty dispute sheds blood.
Footnotes
- 28.10 Other ancient authorities read burn
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