Book of Sirach (Ecclesiasticus)
Yeshua ben Eleazar ben Sira
Extensive collection of wisdom sayings by Jesus ben Sira, covering ethics, family life, friendship, and the fear of God. Recognised as Deuterocanonical Scripture by Catholic and Orthodox Churches.
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