Ben Sira 37:30

Listen to Ben Sira 37:30

30 My son, prove thy soul in thy life: and if it be wicked, give it no power:

Ben Sira 37:30 In-Context

28 The life of a man is in the number of his days: but the days of Israel are innumerable.

29 A wise man shall inherit honour among his people, and his name shall live for ever.

30 My son, prove thy soul in thy life: and if it be wicked, give it no power:

31 For all things are not expedient for all, and every kind pleaseth not every soul.

32 Be not greedy in any feasting, and pour not out thyself upon any meat:

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