Sirach (Ecclesiasticus) 6:3-6 Good News Bible Anglicised (GNBDC)

3. You will be left like a dead tree without any leaves or fruit.

4. Evil desire will destroy you and make you a joke to your enemies.

5. If you are polite and courteous, you will enjoy the friendship of many people.

6. Exchange greetings with many, but take advice from only one person out of a thousand.

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