New American Bible, Revised Edition

Ben Sira 13:23-26 New American Bible, Revised Edition (NABRE)

23. When the rich speak all are silent,their wisdom people extol to the clouds.When the poor speak people say: “Who is that?”If they stumble, people knock them down.

24. Wealth is good where there is no sin;but poverty is evil by the standards of the proud.

25. The heart changes one’s face,either for good or for evil.

26. The sign of a good heart is a radiant face;withdrawn and perplexed is the toiling schemer.