Sirach 23:6

Sirach · Old Testament · Chapter 23

“Take from me the greediness of the belly, and let not the lusts of the flesh take hold of me, and give me not over to a shameless and foolish mind.”Sirach 23:6

What Does Sirach 23:6 Mean?

Sirach 23:6 is found in the book of Sirach, chapter 23, verse 6 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.

Key themes in this passage include Self-Control.

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