9 All you who fear the Lord, hope for good things, and for eternal gladness and mercy. (WEB) 10 Look at the generations of old, and see: Who ever put his trust in the Lord, and was ashamed? Or who remained in his fear, and was forsaken? Or who called upon him, and he neglected him? (WEB) 11 For the Lord is full of compassion and mercy. He forgives sins and saves in time of affliction. (WEB)
Sirach 2:9–11
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