8 Without lying the law will be fulfilled. Wisdom is complete in a faithful mouth. (WEB)
Sirach 34:8
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Proverbs 14:4–6
4 Where there are no oxen, the manger is empty, but an abundant harvest comes through the strength of the ox. 5 An honest witness does not deceive, but a dishonest witness pours forth lies. 6 A mocker seeks wisdom and finds none, but knowledge comes easily to the dis…
Sirach 21:10–12
10 The way of sinners is paved with stones; and at the end of it is the pit of Hades. (WEB) 11 He who keeps the law becomes master of its intent. The fulfilment of the fear of the Lord is wisdom. (WEB) 12 He who is not clever will not be instructed. There is a cleverness which make… (WEB)
Sirach 19:19–21
19 The knowledge of the commandments of the Lord is the doctrine of life: and they that do things that please him shall receive the fruit of the tree of immortality. (KJV) 20 All wisdom is the fear of the Lord. In all wisdom is the doing of the law. (WEB) 21 If a servant say to his… (KJV)
Sirach 32:14–16
14 He who fears the Lord will receive discipline. Those who seek him early will find favor. (WEB) 15 He who seeks the law shall be filled with it, but the hypocrite will stumble at it. (WEB) 16 Those who fear the Lord will find true judgment, and will kindle righteous acts like a l… (WEB)
Sirach 33:2–4
2 A wise man will not hate the law, but he who is a hypocrite about it is like a boat in a storm. (WEB) 3 A man of understanding will put his trust in the law. And the law is faithful to him, as when one asks a divine oracle. (WEB) 4 Prepare your speech, and so you will be heard… (WEB)
Proverbs 19:4–6
4 Wealth attracts many friends, but a poor man is deserted by his friend. 5 A false witness will not go unpunished, and one who utters lies will not escape. 6 Many seek the favor of the prince, and everyone is a friend of the gift giver.
Proverbs 16:9–11
9 A man’s heart plans his course, but the LORD determines his steps. 10 A divine verdict is on the lips of a king; his mouth must not betray justice. 11 Honest scales and balances are from the LORD; all the weights in the bag are His concern.
Proverbs 19:8–10
8 He who acquires wisdom loves himself; one who safeguards understanding will find success. 9 A false witness will not go unpunished, and one who pours out lies will perish. 10 Luxury is unseemly for a fool— how much worse for a slave to rule over princes!
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