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Ecclesiasticus / Sirach : Good Stuff
- Support your father in his old age, and try not to make him unhappy. If his understanding fails, be patient with him. 3:14-15
- The more successful you are, the more humble you should be. 3:20
- Listen to what wise people say. 3:31
- Help the poor and needy. 4:1-10
- Wisdom is a good thing. 4:12-22
- Avoid evil. 4:23
- Don't be ashamed to say the truth. 4:24
- Don't speak against the truth, but be ashamed by the lie of ingnorance. 4:30
- Fight for justice, even to the death. 4:33
- Don't be hasty in speech. 4:34
- Don't terrify or oppress your own family. 4:34
- Don't receive when you should be giving. 4:36
- The tongue of the fool is his ruin. 5:15
- Don't gossip. 5:16
- Have many friends, but few advisors. 6:6
- Choose your friends carefully. 6:7
- Keep away from your enemies, and listen to your friends. 6:13
- A good friend is more valuable than any amount of money. 6:15
- Seek wisdom throughout your life. 6:18
- Don't lie. 7:13
- Let your words be few, and don't make repititious prayers. 7:15
- Honor your father and care for your mother. 7:29
- Help the poor. 7:36
- Comfort those who mourn. 7:38
- Visit the sick. 7:39
