Monday, April 20, 2015

Ecclesiasticus 38:9-15 — Sirach 38:9-15 What to do when ill

My son, when you are ill, delay not, but pray to God, who will heal you: Flee wickedness; let your hands just, cleanse your heart of every sin; Offer your sweet-smelling oblation and petition, a rich offering according to your means. Then give the doctor his place lest he leave; for you need him too. There are times that give him an advantage, and he too beseeches God that his diagonisis may be correct and his treatment bring about a cure. He who is a sinner toward his Maker will be defiant toward the doctor.
A blessed safe day to you and yours.

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