Ben Sira 32:19-24

19 Do nothing without deliberation, but when you have acted, do not regret it.

20 Do not go on a path full of hazards, and do not stumble at an obstacle twice.

21 Do not be overconfident on a smooth road,

22 and give good heed to your paths.

23 Guard yourself in every act, for this is the keeping of the commandments.

24 The one who keeps the law preserves himself, and the one who trusts the Lord will not suffer loss.

Footnotes

• [a]. Heb: Gk [stumble on stony ground]
• [b]. Or [an unexplored]
• [c]. Heb Syr: Gk [and beware of your children]
• [d]. Heb Syr: Gk [Trust]
• [e]. Heb: Gk [who believes the law heeds the commandments]