Sirach 33:16-19

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¹⁶ Now I was the last to keep vigil;
    I was like a gleaner following the grape-pickers;^(A)
17 by the blessing of the Lord I arrived first,
    and like a grape-picker I filled my winepress.^(B)
18 Consider that I have not labored for myself alone
    but for all who seek instruction.^(C)
19 Hear me, you who are great among the people,
    and you leaders of the congregation, pay heed!