Ben Sira 30:4

4 Though his father die, yet he is as though he were not dead, for he hath left one behind him that is like himself.

Ben Sira 30:4 In-Context

2 He that chastiseth his son shall have joy in him, and shall rejoice in him among his acquaintances.
3 He that teacheth his son grieveth the enemy, and before his friends he shall rejoice in him.
4 Though his father die, yet he is as though he were not dead, for he hath left one behind him that is like himself.
5 While he lived, he saw and rejoiced in him; and when he died, he was not sorrowful.
6 He left behind him an avenger against his enemies, and one that shall requite kindness to his friends.
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