26 She will leave her memory for a curse. Her reproach won’t be blotted out. (WEB) 27 And those who are left behind will know that there is nothing better than the fear of the Lord, and nothing sweeter than to heed the commandments of the Lord. (WEB) 28 It is great glory to follow the Lord, and to be received of him is long life. (KJV)
Sirach 23:26–28
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Sirach 6:27–29
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Psalms of Solomon 14:9–10
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