7 Don’t rejoice over anyone’s death. Remember that we all die. (WEB) 8 Don’t neglect the discourse of the wise. Be conversant with their proverbs; for from them you will learn discipline and how to serve great men. (WEB) 9 Don’t miss the discourse of the aged, for they also learned from their parents, because from them you will learn understanding, and to give an answer in time of need. (WEB)
Sirach 8:7–9
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Sirach 6:34–36
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Proverbs 8:32–34
32 Now therefore, my sons, listen to me, for blessed are those who keep my ways. 33 Listen to instruction and be wise; do not ignore it. 34 Blessed is the man who listens to me, watching daily at my doors, waiting at the posts of my doorway.
Tobit 4:17–19
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Proverbs 19:19–21
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Sirach 6:17–19
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Sirach 41:2–4
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Sirach 42:7–9
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Proverbs 4:1–2
1 Listen, my sons, to a father’s instruction; pay attention and gain understanding. 2 For I give you sound teaching; do not abandon my directive.
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