Ben Sira 2:22

22 Saying: If we do not penance, we shall fall into the hands of the Lord, and not into the hands of men.

Ben Sira 2:22 In-Context

20 They that fear the Lord, will prepare their hearts, and in his sight will sanctify their souls.

21 They that fear the Lord, keep his Commandments, and will have patience even until his visitation,

22 Saying: If we do not penance, we shall fall into the hands of the Lord, and not into the hands of men.

23 For according to his greatness, so also is his mercy with him.