Sirach 23:17

Sirach · Old Testament · Chapter 23

“Let not thy mouth be accustomed to indiscreet speech: for therein is the word of sin.”Sirach 23:17

What Does Sirach 23:17 Mean?

Sirach 23:17 is found in the book of Sirach, chapter 23, verse 17 of the Old Testament. Understanding this verse requires seeing it within its broader biblical context: the network of cross-references, themes, and narrative threads that connect it to the rest of Scripture.

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