Ben Sira 38:9-14
New American Bible (Revised Edition)
9 My son, when you are ill, do not delay,
but pray to God, for it is he who heals.(A)
10 Flee wickedness and purify your hands;
cleanse your heart of every sin.
11 Offer your sweet-smelling oblation and memorial,
a generous offering according to your means.(B)
12 Then give the doctor his place
lest he leave; you need him too,
13 For there are times when recovery is in his hands.
14 He too prays to God
That his diagnosis may be correct
and his treatment bring about a cure.
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