Sirach 38:16DRA
Catholic Bible · DRA · Verse 16 of 39
"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."
In context
14And they shall beseech the Lord, that he would prosper what they give for ease and remedy, for their conversation.
15He that sinneth in the sight of his Maker, shall fall into the hands of the physician.
16My 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.
17And for fear of being ill spoken of weep bitterly for a, day, and then comfort thyself in thy sadness.
18And make mourning for him according to his merit for a day, or two, for fear of detraction.