Sirach 32:10-20

10 Lightning comes before thunder, and good favor walks in front of a modest person.

11 Rise up to leave in time, and don't be the last person out; go back to your own home, and don't miss your work the next day.

12 Enjoy yourself there, and do what you please, but don't sin with arrogant words.

13 More than this, bless the one who made you and who lets you drink freely from his good bounty.

14 Whoever fears the Lord will accept instruction; those who rise early will find approval.

15 Whoever seeks the Law will be filled with it, but the hypocrite will stumble over it.

16 Those who fear the Lord will discover his decree, and they will kindle righteous deeds like a lamp.

17 Sinful people turn away from correction; they will look for a judgment that suits them.

18 A well-advised person won't overlook an intelligent thought; the stranger and the arrogant won't cower out of fear.

19 Do nothing without deliberation, and when you have acted, don't feel regret.

20 Don't walk on a hazardous path, and don't stumble on stony ground.

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