Holy Scripture

Sirach 3:9

Source: Septuagint

Original

9For the blessing of the father establisheth the houses of children; But the curse of the mother rooteth out foundations.

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7And will do service unto his parents, as to his masters.

8Honor thy father and mother both in word and deed, That a blessing may come upon thee from them.

— Sirach 3:9 —

10Glory not in the dishonor of thy father; For thy father’s dishonor is no glory unto thee.

11For the glory of a man is from the honor of his father; And a mother in dishonor is a reproach to the children.

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