Sirach 16:22-24

New Revised Standard Version Catholic Edition

²²Who is to announce his acts of justice?
Or who can await them? For his decree^[a] is far off.”^[b]
²³Such are the thoughts of one devoid of understanding;
a senseless and misguided person thinks foolishly.

God’s Wisdom Seen in Creation

²⁴Listen to me, my child, and acquire knowledge,
and pay close attention to my words.

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Footnotes

Sirach 16:22 Heb the decree: Gk the covenant
Sirach 16:22 Other ancient authorities add and a scrutiny for all comes at the end

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