Holy Scripture

Sirach 10:7

Source: Septuagint

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7Pride is hateful before God and man: And by both doth one commit iniquity.

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5In the hand of God is the prosperity of man: And upon the person of the scribe shall he lay his honor.

6Bear not hatred to thy neighbor for every wrong; And do nothing at all by injurious practices.

— Sirach 10:7 —

8Because of unrighteous dealings, injuries, and riches gotten by deceit, The kingdom is translated from one people to another.

9Why is earth and ashes proud? There is not a more wicked thing than a covetous man: For such a one setteth his own soul to sale; Because while he liveth he casteth away his bowels.

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