Ben Sira 28:2

2 But if you forgive someone who has wronged you, your sins will be forgiven when you pray. ¹

Ben Sira 28:2 In-Context

1 The Lord is taking note of your sins, and if you take vengeance on someone, the Lord will take vengeance on you.

2 But if you forgive someone who has wronged you, your sins will be forgiven when you pray.

3 You cannot expect the Lord to pardon you while you are holding a grudge against someone else.

4 You yourself are a sinner, and if you won't forgive another person, you have no right to pray that the Lord will forgive your sins.

5 If you cannot get rid of your anger, you have no hope of forgiveness - you are only a human being.

Cross References

• 1. 28.2Matthew 6.14;Mark 11.25.