Holy Scripture

Sirach 20:11

Source: Septuagint

Original

11There is an abasement because of glory; And there is that lifteth up his head from a low estate.

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9There is a sinner that hath good success in evil things; And there is a gain that turneth to loss.

10There is a gift that shall not profit thee; And there is a gift whose recompense is double.

— Sirach 20:11 —

12There is that buyeth much for a little, And repayeth it sevenfold.

13A wise man by his words maketh himself beloved: But the graces of fools shall be poured out.

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