Bíblia Católica
 

Ecclesiasticus, 12

3. For there is no good for someone who is always occupied in evil, or who does not give alms. For the Most High holds hatred for sinners, but he takes pity on the repentant.

Versículos relacionados com Ecclesiasticus, 12:

Ecclesiastical 12 talks about the importance of true friendship, honesty and justice, and warns against wickedness, falsehood and greed. The following verses address these themes:

Proverbs 17:17: "At all times the friend loves and for the time of anguish the brother is born." This verse speaks of the importance of true and unconditional friendship, which is present in both good and bad times.

Proverbs 28:6: "It is better the poor one who walks in his integrity than ways even though he is rich." Here is emphasized the importance of honesty, which is more valuable than the wealth obtained by illicit means.

Proverbs 11:1: "The weight of the misleading balance is abomination for the Lord, but the righteous weight is his pleasure." This verse highlights the importance of justice and honesty in our interactions with others.

James 4:16: "But now you global in your presumptions; all glory as it is evil." Here, the danger of arrogance and self-importance is highlighted, which can lead to dishonest and unfair behaviors.

Proverbs 28:25: "The greedy man arouses strife, but what he trusts in the Lord will prosper." This verse warns against greed and the unbridled search for profit, which can lead to conflicts and tensions among people. Instead, it is recommended to trust God and his provision.





“Você deve ter sempre prudência e amor. A prudência tem olhos; o amor tem pernas. O amor, como tem pernas, gostaria de correr a Deus. Mas seu impulso de deslanchar na direção dEle é cego e, algumas vezes, pode tropeçar se não for guiado pela prudência, que tem olhos.” São Padre Pio de Pietrelcina