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Sirach 38:16

Sirach · Old Testament · Chapter 38

“My son, shed tears over the dead, and begin to lament as if thou hadst suffered some great harm, and according to judgment cover his body, and neglect not his burial.”Sirach 38:16

What Does Sirach 38:16 Mean?

Sirach 38:16 is found in the book of Sirach, chapter 38, verse 16 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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