World English Bible

Sirach 40:16-21 World English Bible (WEB)

16. The sedge that grows upon every water and bank of a river Shall be plucked up before all grass.

17. Bounty is as a garden of blessings, And almsgiving endures for ever.

18. The life of one that labores, and is contented, shall be made sweet; And he that finds a treasure is above both.

19. Children and the building of a city establish a man’s name; And a blameless wife is counted above both.

20. Wine and music rejoice the heart; And the love of wisdom is above both.

21. The pipe and the lute make pleasant melody; And a pleasant tongue is above both.