Where the Fathers quote Sirach 21

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John Chrysostom c. 349–407PG 47:305B…s then prevent his face with confession; let us pour out our hearts before him. "For thou hast sinned," he says; "add no more, and pray for thy former [sins]" (Eccli. 21:1). And again, "A just man is an accuser… John IV the Faster d. 595PG 88:1955…as stood ready to rescue us from the mouth of the lion, before he can devour us; and he cries out even now, saying: Child, you have sinned; do not add to it (Eccli. XXI, 1). Does he who falls not rise again? Or… Antiochus of St. Sabas fl. c. 614-620PG 89:1663A…voluntary sin. And again, «If you have sinned, do not add thereto, and make supplication for your former sins.» (Eccli. XXI, 1). And he adds, «Flee from sin as from t… Theodore the Studite 759–826PG 99:1379D…8). Wherefore give heed diligently, and remember the covenants. It is written: Hast thou sinned? Add not again: but even for the former ones make supplication (Eccli. xxi, 1). And again the Lord says: Every branch… John Chrysostom c. 349–407PG 60:463A…to our salvation. Knowing these things, let us flee from every sin, through which He is blasphemed. For it says, "Flee from sin as from the face of a serpent" (Eccli. XXI, 2). If you approach it, it will bite you;… John Chrysostom c. 349–407PG 62:681…o hold fast to the truth, and to grasp it. Unclean is sin; let us fly from this, let us abstain from it. If you approach, he says, to it, it will receive you (Eccl. 21. 2). Nothing is more unclean than avarice.… Antiochus of St. Sabas fl. c. 614-620PG 89:1663A…you have sinned, do not add thereto, and make supplication for your former sins.» (Eccli. XXI, 1). And he adds, «Flee from sin as from the face of a serpent.» (Eccli. XXI, 2). For the wise man, having been overtak… Maximus the Confessor c. 580–662PG 91:865C…dious man should stand firm in a good purpose. SERMON XXVI. On sin and confession. John VIII, 34. — "Everyone who commits sin is a slave of sin." Eccli. XXI, 2. — "Flee from sin as from the face of a… John of Damascus c. 675–749PG 95:1157A…v, 23). "Flee from sin as from the face of a serpent. For if you approach it, it will seize you; the teeth of a lion are its teeth, killing the souls of men." (Eccli. xxi, 2). "Many will say to me in that day: 'Lo… Philo of CarpasiaPG 40:153A…ins of the valleys,” I believe means that everyone who hears should flee from sin, according to what is written: “Flee from sin as from the face of a serpent” (Eccli. xxi, 2). He commands us to be like a gazelle,… Origen c. 185–c. 253PG 15:981…o hindered by the romphæa. Hence those are reinforced who write that it is a Thracian weapon. Be that as it may, I do not doubt that that Jesus (Sirach xxi, 4) intended to signify a sword, romphaia distomos (two-edge… John of Damascus c. 675–749PG 95:1157A…mourning of a dead man is seven days; but for a fool and an impious man, all the days of his life." (Eccli. xxii, 13). "As a two-edged sword is all iniquity." (Eccli. xxi, 4). "The Most High does not take pleasure… Macarius of Egypt c. 300–391PG 34:1215…and hospices, and to all the needy, whose prayers will gain for you and for us and for the children eternal life in place of this temporary and labored life" (Eccli. XXI, 6). Among which this also is of their exc… Clement of Alexandria c. 150 – c. 215PG 8:325A…ccount of the rod, and the threats, and the fear; and who understand the Scripture wrongly, which says: "And he who fears the Lord will turn to his own heart" (Eccli. xxi, 7); and who especially forget His kindnes… Maximus the Confessor c. 580–662PG 91:853…wealth; for it will be of no benefit in the day of calamity." Sirach xiv, 9. — "The eye of the covetous person is not satisfied with his portion." Sirach xxi, 9. — "He who builds his house with other people’s money is li… Didymus the Blind c. 313–398PG 39:999C…an testifies to in four places. In book II, cap. 13, explaining the effects of baptism, he is thus: "No longer do I hear... " that is: "No longer do I hear (Eccl. xxi, 10): 'Weep for the dead, for the light has… Maximus the Confessor c. 580–662PG 91:1013B…most peaceful fruit to them that have been exercised in it. Prov. xvi, 25. — There is a way that seems right to men, but its ends lead to the depths of hell. Eccli. xxi, 11. — The way of sinners is made smooth wi… Maximus the Confessor c. 580–662PG 91:973D…law shall also perish without law; and as many as have sinned in the law shall be judged by the law. Prov. xxix, 18. — To know the law is of a good mind. Eccli. xxi, 12. — He who keeps the law of the Lord has… John of Damascus c. 675–749PG 95:1089A…n to give heed to the commandments of the Lord. (Eccli. xix, 18, 20). He who fears the Lord will fear nothing. Blessed is the soul of him who fears the Lord. (Eccli. xxi, 13). He who fears the Lord will await dis… John of Damascus c. 675–749PG 95:1377C…rs." Eccli. XXVII, 24. — "The narrative of a fool is an offense." Eccli. VIII, 9. — "Do not despise the narrative of the wise, but converse in their proverbs." Eccli. XXI, 15. — "The narrative of a fool is as a bur… Origen c. 185–c. 253PG 11:1437A…to know that those who desire to live according to the divine Scriptures, and who know that "The knowledge of an unwise man is as words without investigation" (Eccli. XXI, 18), and who have read "Being ready always… Maximus the Confessor c. 580–662PG 91:813…man, able also with a bridle to lead about the whole body. Solom. — Speak nothing in the ears of a fool, lest he scoff at the wisdom of thy words. Sirach 21:19. — The narration of a fool is as a burden in the way: but g… John of Damascus c. 675–749PG 96:109A…nverted to the Lord, and do not put it off from day to day. For suddenly the wrath of the Lord shall come, and at the time of vengeance He will destroy you.” ⟦Eccli. XXI, 21⟧ — “My son, have you sinned? Do not do… Leontius of ByzantiumPG 86:1293C…, even if you are unwilling. What then do we say to these things? What else, but what is befitting for them, that the wisdom of a fool, according to Scripture (Eccli. xxi, 21), is as words not weighed or considered… Maximus the Confessor c. 580–662PG 91:995D…self. For the wisest Solomon confirms what we say thus, when he asserts: A fool exalteth his voice in laughter; but a wise man will scarcely laugh quietly (Eccl. XXI, 23).… John of Damascus c. 675–749PG 96:77A…of one who has self-control. For the most wise Solomon confirms the statement, that the fool raises his voice in laughter, but a wise man will smile quietly (Eccli. XXI, 23). A "people-pleaser" is one who does so…