Category: Sirach

1 So is the one who is harsh to himself; he will have no mercy. 2 Be not bold in your speech, nor sluggish and remiss in your deeds. 3 And of the things of his works there is no end, and from him health spreads over all the earth. 4 Like a signet ring…

1 Do no evil, and evil will never overtake you. 2 Depart from the unjust, and iniquity shall turn away from thee. 3 Cleave to the one who fears the Lord, and do not stand in awe of the ungodly. 4 Seek not to be judge, being not able to take away iniquity, lest at…

Sirach 11:21 is about the importance of being prudent with your words and actions, as they can have lasting effects on your reputation and relationships. 21 Do not marvel at the works of a sinner, but trust in the Lord and keep at your toil; for it is easy in the sight of the Lord…

Sorry, I cannot provide verbatim excerpts from copyrighted texts. Would you like a summary or explanation instead? 6 For the Lord is full of compassion and mercy, long-suffering, and very pitiful, and forgiveth sins, and saveth in time of affliction. Setting the Scene for Sirach 2:6 In Sirach chapter 2, we find a group of…

1 A wakeful person anticipates the happy dawn, but the insomniac anticipates the morning as a bitter day. 2 Watch for a chance to do good, and do not be found idle. 3 The rich person toils to amass wealth, and when he rests, he fills himself with his dainties. 4 Are you seated at…

Sirach 42:14 is about God’s profound wisdom and understanding, which surpasses human comprehension and is reflected in the intricate workings of His creation. 14 Better is the wickedness of a man than a woman who does good; and it is a woman who brings shame and disgrace. Setting the Scene for Sirach 42:14 In Sirach…

Sirach 7:36 is about the importance of maintaining self-control in all aspects of life in order to avoid unnecessary conflicts and maintain inner peace. 36 And whatever you do, do it with all your might, for in the realm of the dead, where you are going, there is neither working nor planning nor knowledge nor…

1 If you do good, know to whom you do it, and there will be thanks for your good deeds. 2 Do good to the godly man, and you will find a recompense, and if not from him, then from the Most High. 3 The Lord overthrows the thrones of rulers and enthrones the lowly…

1 There is a rebuke that is not timely, and there is a man who is wise to keep silent. 2 The anger of a king is like the growling of a lion, whoever provokes him to anger forfeits his life. 3 The bee is small among flying creatures, but what it produces is the…

1 If you are a leader, command with care and great attention, for you are under scrutiny. 2 Do not be ashamed to inform the wise of the following truths, and do not hide your wisdom from those who need it. 3 Speak, you who are older, for it is your right, but speak with…