Holy Scripture
Sirach 3:30
A church father on this verse
“Eternal salvation is promised not only under the particular name of repentance, of which the blessed apostle Peter says, "Repent and be converted that your sins may be forgiven." John the Baptist and the Lord himself said, "Repent, for the kingdom of heaven is at hand." The burden of our sins is also overwhelmed by th…”
Source: Septuagint
Original
30Water will quench a flaming fire; And alms maketh an atonement for sins.
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In context
28In the punishment of the proud there is no remedy; For the plant of wickedness hath taken root in him.
29The heart of the prudent will understand a parable; And an attentive ear is the desire of a wise man.
— Sirach 3:30 —
31And he that requiteth good turns is mindful of that which may come hereafter; And when he falleth, he shall find a stay.