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Wisdom of Ben Sira 7:19-21
New Catholic Bible
Wisdom of Ben Sira 7:19-21
New Catholic Bible
19 Do not turn against a wise and good wife;
her gracious demeanor is worth more than gold.
20 Refrain from the ill-treatment of a servant who performs his duties faithfully,
or of a hired laborer who devotes himself to his task.
21 Love a diligent slave with deep affection,
and do not refuse to grant him freedom.[a]
Footnotes
- Wisdom of Ben Sira 7:21 Freedom had to be granted after six years (see Ex 21:2-6).