Sirach 33:23

²¹For better it is that thy children should seek to thee, than that thou shouldest stand to their courtesy.

²²In all thy works keep to thyself the preeminence; leave not a stain in thine honour.

— Sirach 33:23 —

²⁴Fodder, a wand, and burdens, are for the ass; and bread, correction, and work, for a servant.

²⁵If thou set thy servant to labour, thou shalt find rest: but if thou let him go idle, he shall seek liberty.