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12 Those who do not keep your secrets are cruel,
    and they will not spare you injury or imprisonment.
13 Confide in no one and be on your guard,
    for you are walking to your own downfall.
[14 When you hear these things, awake from your sleep;
    as long as you live, love the Lord and pray to him for your salvation.][a]

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  1. Wisdom of Ben Sira 13:14 Added by some early MSS.