Category: Sirach

1 O Lord, Father and Master of my life, do not abandon me to their counsel, and let me not fall because of them. 2 Who will set a guard over my mouth, and an effective seal upon my lips, so that I may not fall because of them, and my tongue may not destroy…

1 He who keeps the law makes many offerings; he who heeds the commandments sacrifices a peace offering. 2 He gives to the merciful, and he adds to the gifts of the generous. 3 To refrain from evil pleases the Lord, and to avoid injustice is an atonement. 4 He who keeps the law makes…

1 Then the prophet Elijah arose like a fire, and his word burned like a torch. 2 In their anger they made a covenant with one another to come together and destroy him. 3 In his time, he spoke out against wickedness, and he was chosen as a prophet of the Most High. 4 how…

Sirach 15:11-20 is about the fundamental choice between good and evil that each individual must make, emphasizing the importance of free will, the consequences of actions, and the wisdom found in following God’s commandments. 11 Do not say, “It was the Lord’s doing that I fell away,” for he does not do what he hates.…

1 Wisdom praises herself, and tells of her glory in the midst of her people. 2 In the assembly of the Most High I will take my rest, 3 I came out of the mouth of the Most High, and covered the earth like a mist. 4 I dwelt in the highest heavens, and my…

Sirach 35:1-12 is about the importance of sincerity and humility in our prayers to God, emphasizing that genuine acts of righteousness and generosity towards others are pleasing to Him. 1 He who keeps the law makes many offerings; he who heeds the commandments sacrifices a peace offering. 2 He gives to the merciful, and he…

1 Do not set your heart on your wealth, nor say, “I have enough.” 2 Do not be rash with your mouth, nor let your heart be hasty to utter a word before God, for God is in heaven and you are on earth. 3 And do not say, “Who will have dominion over me?”…

Sirach 15:15-20 is about the importance of human free will in choosing between life and death, good and evil, and the responsibility each individual has in determining their own path through their actions and decisions. 15 If you will, you can keep the commandments and to act faithfully is a matter of your own choice.…

1 There are three things my heart fears; a fourth I am utterly terrified of: 2 Three kinds of men my soul hates; and I am greatly offended by their life: 3 If you have gathered nothing in your youth, how can you find anything in your old age? 4 O how beautiful is the…

1 Have mercy upon us, O God of all, and behold us, 2 “Have mercy upon us, O God of all, and behold us, and show us the light of your mercies,” 3 Cheer the soul of your servant, for to you, O Lord, I lift up my soul. 4 As you have been pleased…