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Ben Sira 29:8-12
New American Bible (Revised Edition)
Ben Sira 29:8-12
New American Bible (Revised Edition)
8 But with those in humble circumstances be patient;
do not keep them waiting for your alms.
9 Because of the commandment, help the poor,
and in their need, do not send them away empty-handed.(A)
10 Lose your money for relative or friend;
do not hide it under a stone to rot.
11 Dispose of your treasure according to the commandments of the Most High,
and that will profit you more than the gold.(B)
12 [a]Store up almsgiving in your treasury,
and it will save you from every evil.
Footnotes
- 29:12–13 In Ben Sira’s day, almsgiving and righteousness were practically identified.
Sirach 29:8-12
Revised Standard Version Catholic Edition
Sirach 29:8-12
Revised Standard Version Catholic Edition
8 Nevertheless, be patient with a man in humble circumstances,
and do not make him wait for your alms.
9 Help a poor man for the commandment’s sake,
and because of his need do not send him away empty.
10 Lose your silver for the sake of a brother or a friend,
and do not let it rust under a stone and be lost.
11 Lay up your treasure according to the commandments of the Most High,
and it will profit you more than gold.
12 Store up almsgiving in your treasury,
and it will rescue you from all affliction;
Sirach 29:8-12
Good News Translation
Sirach 29:8-12
Good News Translation
Generosity
8 Nevertheless, be understanding with those who are poor. Don't keep them waiting for your generosity. 9 The Lord has commanded us to help the poor; don't refuse them the help they need. 10 It is better to lose your money by helping a relative or a friend than to lose it by letting it rust away under a rock somewhere. 11 Use your wealth as the Most High has commanded; this will do you more good than keeping your money for yourself. 12 Count among your treasures the fact that you give to the poor. It will save you from all kinds of trouble
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