World Religions (12 Traditions)Deck: Christianity: Catholic Tradition

Never Glory in a Parent's Shame (Sirach 3:10)

Deuterocanonical Wisdom

CAT-006•Deuterocanonical Wisdom

— ECCLESIASTICUS 3:12 (DOUAY-RHEIMS)

"Glory not in the dishonour of thy father: for his shame is no glory to thee."
Modern Translation & Meaning

"Cover your parents' failings with dignity; their shame is never your gain."

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