Sirach 20:24–26
24 A lie is a foul blot in a man,
It is continually [found] in the mouth of the ignorant.
25 pPreferable is a thief to one who continually liethp,
qBut both shall inherit destructionq.
G 26 The endr of a liar is dishonours,
And his shame is evert with him.
(a) 20:27–31. The Reward of the wise and prudent; but wisdom must be apparent
(3 + 2 distichs).
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