Holy Scripture

Sirach 37:19

Source: Septuagint

Original

19There is one that is wise and teacheth many, And yet is unprofitable to himself.

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17The countenance is a sign of changing of the heart.

18Four manners of things appear: good and evil, life and death: But the tongue ruleth over them continually.

— Sirach 37:19 —

20There is one that showeth wisdom in words, and is hated: He shall be destitute of all food.

21For grace is not given him from the Lord; Because he is deprived of all wisdom.

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