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Sirach 21:25
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25 The lips of babblers speak of what is not their concern,[a]
    but the words of the prudent are weighed in the balance.(A)

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  1. 21.25 Other ancient authorities read The lips of strangers speak of these things
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Sirach 22:27
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A Prayer for Help against Sinning

27 Who will set a guard over my mouth
    and an effective seal upon my lips,
so that I may not fall because of them
    and my tongue may not destroy me?(A)

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