Sirach 4:20–22
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English
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Latin
20Watch for the opportune time, and beware of evil,
and do not be ashamed to be yourself.*
21For there is a shame that leads to sin,
and there is a shame that is glory and favor.*
22Do not show partiality to your own harm
or deference to your downfall.*
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