31 He who repays good turns is mindful of that which comes afterward. In the time of his falling he will find a support. (WEB)
Sirach 3:31
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2 Esdras 7:34–36
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Proverbs 17:12–14
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Proverbs 11:24–26
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Testament of Naphtali 2:26–28
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