Holy Scripture
Sirach 40:18
Source: Septuagint
Original
18To labor, and to be content with that a man hath, is a sweet life: But he that findeth a treasure is above them both.
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16The weed growing upon every water and bank of a river Shall be pulled up before all grass.
17Bountifulness is as a most fruitful garden, And mercifulness endureth forever.
— Sirach 40:18 —
19Children and the building of a city continue a man’s name: But a blameless wife is counted above them both.
20Wine and music rejoice the heart: But the love of wisdom is above them both.