Sirach
Offers practical wisdom on living a virtuous life, covering topics like friendship, humility, family, and honoring God, while emphasizing the importance of wisdom rooted in reverence for the Lord.
Chapter 1 The Praise of Wisdom
Chapter 2 The Testing of the Righteous
Chapter 3 Honor for Parents
Chapter 4 The Value of Charity
Chapter 5 The Dangers of Delaying Repentance
Chapter 6 The Importance of Friendship
Chapter 7 Honesty in Business and Work
Chapter 8 Avoiding Foolishness
Chapter 9 The Dangers of Adultery
Chapter 10 The Role of Rulers
Chapter 11 The Value of Humility
Chapter 12 The Wicked and Their Ways
Chapter 13 The Dangers of Associating with the Wicked
Chapter 14 The Blessings of a Good Reputation
Chapter 15 The Freedom of Choice
Chapter 16 God's Judgment on the Wicked
Chapter 17 The Blessing of Fear of the Lord
Chapter 18 The Right Use of Wealth
Chapter 19 The Power of Speech
Chapter 20 The Misuse of Wisdom
Chapter 21 The Way of the Fool
Chapter 22 The Importance of Education
Chapter 23 The Danger of Self-Righteousness
Chapter 24 The Praise of Wisdom in Creation
Chapter 25 The Evil of Haughty Women
Chapter 26 The Worth of a Good Wife
Chapter 27 The Nature of Sin
Chapter 28 Forgiveness and the Need for Reconciliation
Chapter 29 The Benefits of Almsgiving
Chapter 30 The Role of Parents in Raising Children
Chapter 31 The Love of Wealth
Chapter 32 Wisdom in Leadership and Governance
Chapter 33 The Order of the Universe
Chapter 34 The Dangers of False Prophets
Chapter 35 The Reward of Righteousness
Chapter 36 The Plea for Mercy and Justice
Chapter 37 Avoiding the Company of the Wicked
Chapter 38 The Value of Medical Care
Chapter 39 The Wisdom of Nature and Creation
Chapter 40 The Trials of Life
Chapter 41 The Reality of Death
Chapter 42 Reflection on God's Works
Chapter 43 The Glory of God in Nature
Chapter 44 Praise of the Ancestors
Chapter 45 The Importance of the Priesthood
Chapter 46 The Legacy of the Great Leaders
Chapter 47 The Wisdom of King David
Chapter 48 The Prophetic Role of Elijah and Elisha
Chapter 49 The Remembrance of the Prophets
Chapter 50 The High Priest Simon
Chapter 51 A Prayer for Wisdom
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