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Ben Sira 8:11
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Let not the discourse of the ancients escape thee, for they have learned of their fathers:
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Despise not the discourse of them that are ancient and wise, but acquaint thyself with their proverbs.
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For of them thou shalt learn wisdom, and instruction of understanding, and to serve great men without blame.
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Let not the discourse of the ancients escape thee, for they have learned of their fathers:
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For of them thou shalt learn understanding, and to give an answer in time of need.
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Kindle not the coals of sinners by rebuking them, lest thou be burnt with the flame of the fire of their sins.
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