Today's Readings
Sirach 12 : 13 - 13 : 1
13 | Who will pity an enchanter struck by a serpent, or any that come near wild beasts? so is it with him that keepeth company with a wicked man, and is involved in his sins. |
14 | For an hour he will abide with thee: but if thou begin to decline, he will not endure it. |
15 | An enemy speaketh sweetly with his lips, but in his heart he lieth in wait, to throw thee into a pit. |
16 | An enemy weepeth with his eyes: but if he find an opportunity he will not be satisfied with blood: |
17 | And if evils come upon thee, thou shalt find him there first. |
18 | An enemy hath tears in his eyes, and while he pretendeth to help thee, will undermine thy feet. |
19 | He will shake his head, and clap his hands, and whisper much, and change his countenance. |
1 | He that toucheth pitch, shall be defiled with it: and he that hath fellowship with the proud, shall put on pride. |