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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
