Sirach 28:1–9
1He who takes vengeance will find vengeance from the Lord, and he will surely make his sins firm.↗
2Forgive your neighbor the hurt that he has done, and then your sins will be pardoned when you pray.↗
3Does anyone harbor anger against another and expect healing from the Lord?↗
4Upon a man like himself he has no mercy, and does he make supplication for his own sins?↗
5He himself, being flesh, nourishes wrath. Who will make atonement for his sins?↗
6Remember your last end, and stop enmity. Remember corruption and death, and be true to the commandments.↗
7Remember the commandments, and don’t be angry with your neighbor. Remember the covenant of the Highest, and overlook ignorance.↗
8Abstain from strife, and you will diminish your sins, for a passionate man will kindle strife.↗
9A man who is a sinner will trouble friends and sow discord among those who are at peace.↗
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