Sirach 14:11–14

11 My son, if thou have any thing, do good to thyself, and offer to God worthy offerings.

12 Remember that death is not slow, and that the covenant of hell hath been shewn to thee: for the covenant of this world shall surely die.

13 Do good to thy friend before thou die, and according to thy ability, stretching out thy hand give to the poor.

14 Defraud not thyself of the good day, and let not the part of a good gift overpass thee.

11 My child, treat yourself well, according to your means,

and present worthy offerings to the Lord.

12 Remember that death does not tarry,

and the decree of Hades has not been shown to you.

13 Do good to friends before you die,

and reach out and give to them as much as you can.

14 Do not deprive yourself of a day’s enjoyment;

do not let your share of desired good pass by you.

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