32 Also stretch out your hand to the poor man, that your blessing may be complete. (WEB) 33 A gift has grace in the sight of every living man. Don’t withhold grace for a dead man. (WEB) 34 Don’t avoid those who weep, and mourn with those who mourn. (WEB) 35 Don’t be slow to visit a sick man, for by such things you will gain love. (WEB)
Sirach 7:32–35
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