Sage Counsel of Sira

Ben Sira 12:17

Curated by Arthur·Told by Maggid·March 24, 2026

Be to him as one that revealeth a mystery (H S); And he shall not find opportunity to harm thee. And know thou the end of jealousy (H S).

Make him not to stand beside thee: Wherefore should he thrust thee away, and stand in thy place?

Set him not on thy right hand: Wherefore should he seek thy seat?

And afterwards thou shalt attain unto my words; And shalt lament at my lament.

Who will pity (?) a charmer that is stung; Or anyone that cometh nigh to a ravenous beast?

So is he that joineth himself to an impious man (G S), And walloweth in his iniquities.

Themes

Wisdom Adam Eve War Jealousy Divine Justice

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