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Wisdom of Ben Sira 27:15-17
New Catholic Bible
Wisdom of Ben Sira 27:15-17
New Catholic Bible
15 The arguments among the arrogant lead to bloodshed;
their abuse is painful to listen to.
Indiscretion Destroys Friendship[a]
16 Anyone who betrays secrets forfeits any right to trust,
and he will never find a close friend.
17 Love your friend and keep faith with him,
but if you betray his secrets, do not attempt to remain by his side.
Footnotes
- Wisdom of Ben Sira 27:16 More than once the author stresses the sacred value of a secret entrusted to someone.