Sirach 5:14

Sirach · Old Testament · Chapter 5

“If thou have understanding, answer thy neighbour: but if not, let thy hand be upon thy mouth, lest thou be surprised in an unskilful word, and be confounded.”Sirach 5:14

What Does Sirach 5:14 Mean?

Sirach 5:14 is found in the book of Sirach, chapter 5, verse 14 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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