New American Bible, Revised Edition

Ben Sira 29:9-13 New American Bible, Revised Edition (NABRE)

9. Because of the commandment, help the poor,and in their need, do not send them away empty-handed.

10. Lose your money for relative or friend;do not hide it under a stone to rot.

11. Dispose of your treasure according to the commandments of the Most High,and that will profit you more than the gold.

12. Store up almsgiving in your treasury,and it will save you from every evil.

13. Better than a mighty shield and a sturdy spearit will fight for you against the enemy.