Ben Sira 15:9

9 A hymn of praise is not fitting on the lips of a sinner, for it has not been sent from the Lord.

Ben Sira 15:9 In-Context

7 Foolish men will not obtain her, and sinful men will not see her.
8 She is far from men of pride, and liars will never think of her.
9 A hymn of praise is not fitting on the lips of a sinner, for it has not been sent from the Lord.
10 For a hymn of praise should be uttered in wisdom, and the Lord will prosper it.
11 Do not say, "Because of the Lord I left the right way"; for he will not do what he hates.
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