Ecclesiasticus, 41

22. Of using harsh words with friends, and of following up your gifts with insults;

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Ecclesiastical 41 deals with human mortality and the need for preparation for death. The chapter warns of the inevitability of death and urges readers to consider their own mortality and to prepare for death after death. The verses selected below address topics such as the brevity of life, wisdom and prudence necessary to prepare for death, and the importance of seeking God's mercy.

Job 14:5: "Since your days are already marked, with you is the number of your months; you have given you boundaries and borders, and it will not pass them." This verse talks about the brevity of human life and how God has power over the duration of our lives.

Proverbs 22:3: "Prudent perceives danger and seeking refuge; the inexperienced follows and suffers the consequences." This verse talks about the importance of wisdom and prudence to prepare for death and avoid suffering.

Luke 12:20: "But God said unto you, Crazy! Tonight, your life will be required to you. So who will you have what you prepared?" This verse talks about the uncertainty of life and the importance of preparing for death before it is too late.

Psalm 90:12: "Teach us to tell our days, that we may reach wise heart." This verse talks about the importance of valuing the time we have on earth and preparing ourselves for life after death.

Ecclesiastes 7:1: "Better fame is better than the best ointment, and the day of death than the day of birth." This verse talks about the importance of preparing for death and having a good reputation, which will last beyond our earthly life.