5 For gold is tried in the fire, and acceptable men in the furnace of humiliation. (WEB) 6 Put your trust in him, and he will help you. Make your ways straight, and set your hope on him. (WEB) 7 All you who fear the Lord, wait for his mercy. Don’t turn aside, lest you fall. (WEB)
Sirach 2:5–7
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Job 22:28–30
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Sirach 2:16–18
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