The Most Profound Wisdom Is the Simplest

Ben Sira 26:1

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

A good wife, happy is her husband; and the number of his days is doubled.

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Wisdom Women Adam Eve Love Joy

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