26 “Come here, you sojourner, set a table, and if you have anything in your hand, feed me with it.” (WEB) 27 “Leave, you sojourner, for an honored guest is here. My brother has come to be my guest. I need my house.” (WEB) 28 These things are grievous to a man of understanding: The scolding about lodging and the insults of creditors. (WEB)
Sirach 29:26–28
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