Sirach 16:8–12

8 He did not spare the neighbors of Lot,

whom he loathed on account of their insolence.

9 He showed no pity for a nation devoted to destruction,

for those destroyed in their sins;

10 nor for the six hundred thousand men on foot,

who rebelliously assembled in their stubbornness.

11 Even if there is only one stiff-necked person,

it will be a wonder if he remains unpunished.

For mercy and wrath are with the Lord;

he is mighty to forgive, and he pours out wrath.

12 As great as his mercy, so great is also his reproof;

he judges a man according to his deeds.