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Sirach 4:1-3
New Revised Standard Version Updated Edition
Sirach 4:1-3
New Revised Standard Version Updated Edition
Duties toward the Poor and the Oppressed
4 My child, do not cheat the poor of their living,
and do not keep needy eyes waiting.(A)
2 Do not grieve the hungry
or anger one in need.
3 Do not add to the troubles of the angry
or delay giving to the needy.(B)
New Revised Standard Version Updated Edition (NRSVUE)
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