28 Mockery and reproach are from the arrogant. Vengeance lies in wait for them like a lion. (WEB)
Sirach 27:28
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Sirach 27:14–16
14 Their talk with much swearing makes hair stand upright. Their strife makes others plug their ears. (WEB) 15 The strife of the proud leads to bloodshed. Their abuse of each other is a grievous thing to hear. (WEB) 16 He who reveals secrets destroys trust, and will not find a clos… (WEB)
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