Ecclesiasticus 40:14-20 Douay-Rheims Challoner Revision 1752 (DRC1752)

14. While he openeth his hands he shall rejoice: but transgressors shall pine away in the end.

15. The offspring of the ungodly shall not bring forth many branches, and make a noise as unclean roots upon the top of a rock.

16. The weed growing over every water, and at the bank of the river, shall be pulled up before all grass.

17. Grace is like a paradise in blessings, and mercy remaineth for ever.

18. The life of a labourer that is content with what he hath, shall be sweet, and in it thou shalt find a treasure.

19. Children, and the building of a city shall establish a name, but a blameless wife shall be counted above them both.

20. Wine and music rejoice the heart, but the love of wisdom is above them both.

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