Holy Scripture

Sirach 41:16

Source: Septuagint

Original

16Therefore be shamefaced according to my word: For it is not good to retain all shamefacedness; Neither is it altogether approved in everything.

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14My children, keep discipline in peace: For wisdom that is hidden, and a treasure that is not seen, What profit is in them both?

15A man that hideth his foolishness is better Than a man that hideth his wisdom.

— Sirach 41:16 —

17Be ashamed of whoredom before father and mother: And of a lie before a prince and a mighty man;

18Of an offense before a judge and ruler; Of iniquity before a congregation and people; Of unjust dealing before thy partner and friend;

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