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Wisdom of Ben Sira 33:6-8
New Catholic Bible
Wisdom of Ben Sira 33:6-8
New Catholic Bible
6 A sarcastic friend is like a stallion
that neighs no matter who is on its back.
Concerning Inequalities in Conditions[a]
7 Why is one day more important than another,
although every day in the year receives its light from the sun?
8 It is because of the knowledge of the Lord that they differ;
he was the one who designated the various seasons and feasts.
Footnotes
- Wisdom of Ben Sira 33:7 Why are there holy days and secular days? Why also is the condition of humans so diverse and the world full of contrasts? There is no response at the reach of human beings except to entrust themselves to God; the wise maintain a sentiment of modesty in fulfilling their vocation. The conclusion of verses 16-18 is like a signature of the author.
