Sirach 7:19–27
19Don’t deprive yourself of a wise and good wife, for her grace is worth more than gold.↗
20Don’t abuse a servant who works faithfully, or a hireling who gives you his life.↗
21Let your soul love a wise servant. Don’t defraud him of liberty.↗
22Do you have cattle? Look after them. If they are profitable to you, let them stay by you.↗
23Do you have children? Correct them, and make them obedient from their youth.↗
24Do you have daughters? Take care of their bodies, and don’t be overly indulgent toward them.↗
25Give your daughter in marriage, and you will have accomplished a great matter. Give her to a man of understanding.↗
26Do you have a wife who pleases you? Don’t cast her out. But don’t trust yourself to one who is hateful.↗
27Honor your father with your whole heart, and don’t forget the birth pangs of your mother.↗
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