Ben Sira 42:4-6
New American Bible (Revised Edition)
4 Of accuracy of scales and balances,
of tested measures and weights;(A)
Of acquiring much or little,
5 of bargaining in dealing with a merchant;
Of constant training of children,
of beating the sides of a wicked servant;(B)
6 Of a seal to keep a foolish wife at home,
of a key where there are many hands;
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