Holy Scripture
Sirach 40:19
Source: Septuagint
Original
19Children and the building of a city continue a man’s name: But a blameless wife is counted above them both.
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17Bountifulness is as a most fruitful garden, And mercifulness endureth forever.
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.
— Sirach 40:19 —
20Wine and music rejoice the heart: But the love of wisdom is above them both.
21The pipe and the psaltery make sweet melody: But a pleasant tongue is above them both.