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Sirach 7:19-21
New Revised Standard Version Catholic Edition
Sirach 7:19-21
New Revised Standard Version Catholic Edition
19 Do not dismiss[a] a wise and good wife,
for her charm is worth more than gold.
20 Do not abuse slaves who work faithfully,
or hired laborers who devote themselves to their task.
21 Let your soul love intelligent slaves;[b]
do not withhold from them their freedom.
Footnotes
- Sirach 7:19 Heb: Gk deprive yourself of
- Sirach 7:21 Heb Love a wise slave as yourself
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