New American Bible, Revised Edition

Ben Sira 20:9-15 New American Bible, Revised Edition (NABRE)

9. There is the misfortune that brings success;and there is the gain that turns into loss.

10. There is the gift that profits you nothing,and there is the gift that must be paid back double.

11. There is the loss for the sake of glory,and there is the one who rises above humble circumstances.

12. There is one who buys much for little,but pays for it seven times over.

13. The wise make themselves beloved by a few words,but the courtesies of fools are wasted.

14. A gift from a fool will do you no good,for in his eyes this one gift is equal to many.

15. He gives little, criticizes often,and opens his mouth like a town crier.He lends today and asks for it tomorrow;such a person is hateful.