More Sirach

Say nothing harmful, small or great;
be not a foe instead of a friend. (Sirach 6:1).

A kind mouth multiplies friends,
and gracious lips prompt friendly greetings. (Sirach 6:5).

A faithful friend is a sturdy shelter;
he who finds one finds a treasure. (Sirach 6:14).

My son, from your youth embrace discipline;
thus will you find wisdom with graying hair.
As though plowing and sowing, draw close to
her;
then await her bountiful crops. (Sirach 6:18-19).

Do no evil, and evil will not overtake you;
avoid wickedness, and it will turn aside
from you. (Sirach 7:1-2).

Seek not from the Lord authority,
nor from the king a place of honor. (Sirach 7:4)

Seek not to become a judge
if you have not strength to root out crime,
Or you will show favor to the ruler
and mar your integrity. (Sirach 7:6).

Laugh not at an embittered man;
be mindful of him who exalts and
humbles. (Sirach 7:11).

Delight not in telling lie after lie,
for it never results in good. (Sirach 7:13).