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18 A man of judgment will not overlook an idea,
    and an insolent[a] and proud man will not cower in fear.[b]
19 Do nothing without deliberation;
    and when you have acted, do not regret it.
20 Do not go on a path full of hazards,
    and do not stumble over stony ground.

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Footnotes

  1. Sirach 32:18 Heb: Gk alien
  2. Sirach 32:18 The meaning of this line is uncertain. Other authorities add the phrases and after acting, with him, without deliberation

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