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Ben Sira 26
Ben Sira 26:1-9
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Ben Sira 26:1-9
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1
The husband of a good wife is a fortunate man; he will live twice as long because of her.
2
A fine wife is a joy to her husband, and he can live out his years in peace.
3
A good wife is among the precious blessings given to those who fear the Lord.
4
Whether such men are rich or poor, they will be happy and always look cheerful.
5
There are four things that scare me: vicious rumors spread around town, a gathering mob, false accusations - these are all worse than death.
6
But a woman jealous of another woman causes heartache and grief; her tongue lashes out at everyone.
7
A bad wife is like a yoke that doesn't fit. Trying to control her is like holding a scorpion.
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A drunken woman is an infuriating sight; she can't conceal her shameless behavior.
9
You can tell an unfaithful wife by the bold and flirting look in her eyes.
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Scripture taken from the Good News Translation - Second Edition, Copyright 1992 by American Bible Society. Used by Permission.