25 There is an exquisite subtlety, and it is unjust. And there is one who perverts favor to gain a judgment. (WEB) 26 There is one who does wickedly, who hangs down his head with mourning; but inwardly he is full of deceit, (WEB) 27 bowing down his face, and pretending to be deaf in one ear. Where he isn’t known, he will take advantage of you. (WEB)
Sirach 19:25–27
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