Sirach 17:22LXX
Orthodox Bible · LXX · Verse 22 of 31
"Make thy prayer before the face of the Lord, and offend less."
In context
20But to the penitent he hath given the way of justice, and he hath strengthened them that were fainting in patience, and hath appointed to them the lot of truth.
21Turn to the Lord, and forsake thy sins:
22Make thy prayer before the face of the Lord, and offend less.
23Return to the Lord, and turn away from thy injustice, and greatly hate abomination.
24And know the justices and judgments of God, and stand firm in the lot set before thee, and in prayer to the most high God.