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Ben Sira 38
Ben Sira 38:23
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When the dead have been laid to rest, let the memory of them fade. Once they are gone, take courage.
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There is no way to bring the dead person back. All your sorrow does him no good, and it hurts you. Don't forget that.
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You will die, just as he did. Today it was his turn; tomorrow it will be yours.
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When the dead have been laid to rest, let the memory of them fade. Once they are gone, take courage.
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Scholars must have time to study if they are going to be wise; they must be relieved of other responsibilities.
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How can a farm hand gain knowledge, when his only ambition is to drive the oxen and make them work, when all he knows to talk about is livestock?
Scripture taken from the Good News Translation - Second Edition, Copyright 1992 by American Bible Society. Used by Permission.