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his thoughts absorbed in the furrows he traces and his long evenings spent in fattening heifers? (Ecclesiasticus 38, 26)
Similarly with the blacksmith sitting by his anvil; he considers what to do with the pig-iron, the breath of the fire scorches his skin, as he contends with the heat of the furnace; the noise of the hammer deafens him, his eyes are fixed on the pattern; he concentrates on getting the job done well and stays up late to apply the finishing touches. (Ecclesiasticus 38, 28)
Similarly with the potter, sitting at his work, turning the wheel with his feet; constantly on the alert over his work, each flick of the finger premeditated; (Ecclesiasticus 38, 29)
They are not remarkable for their culture or judgement, nor are they found frequenting the philosophers. They sustain the structure of the world, and their prayer is concerned with their trade. (Ecclesiasticus 38, 34)
He preserves the discourses of famous men, he is at home with the niceties of parables. (Ecclesiasticus 39, 2)
He researches into the hidden sense of proverbs, he ponders the obscurities of parables. (Ecclesiasticus 39, 3)
At dawn and with all his heart he turns to the Lord his Creator; he pleads in the presence of the Most High, he opens his mouth in prayer and makes entreaty for his sins. (Ecclesiasticus 39, 5)
He will grow upright in purpose and learning, he will ponder the Lord's hidden mysteries. (Ecclesiasticus 39, 7)
Listen to me, devout children, and blossom like the rose that grows on the bank of a watercourse. (Ecclesiasticus 39, 13)
Give off a sweet smell like incense, flower like the lily, spread your fragrance abroad, sing a song of praise blessing the Lord for all his works. (Ecclesiasticus 39, 14)
You must not say, 'What is this? Why is that?' for everything has been made for a purpose. (Ecclesiasticus 39, 21)
so retribution is his legacy to the nations, just as he has turned fresh waters to salt. (Ecclesiasticus 39, 23)