Sirach 3:11-13

New Revised Standard Version Catholic Edition

¹¹The glory of one’s father is one’s own glory,
and it is a disgrace for children not to respect their mother.

¹²My child, help your father in his old age,
and do not grieve him as long as he lives;
¹³even if his mind fails, be patient with him;
because you have all your faculties do not despise him.

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