Sirach 30:25DRA
Katholisch Bibel · DRA · Vers 25 von 27
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"For sadness hath killed many, and there is no profit in it."
Im Kontext
23The joyfulness of the heart, is the life of a man, and a never failing treasure of holiness: and the joy of a man is length of life.
24Have pity on thy own soul, pleasing God, and contain thyself: gather up thy heart in his holiness: and drive away sadness far from thee.
25For sadness hath killed many, and there is no profit in it.
26Envy and anger shorten a man’s days, and pensiveness will bring old age before the time.
27A Cheerful and good heart is always feasting: for his banquets are prepared with diligence.