4 He who gathers by denying himself gathers for others. Others will revel in his goods. (WEB) 5 If one is mean to himself, to whom will he be good? He won’t enjoy his possessions. (WEB) 6 There is none more evil than he who is grudging to himself. This is a punishment for his wickedness. (WEB)
Sirach 14:4–6
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1 Corinthians 10:23–25
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Sirach 12:2–4
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Sirach 11:17–19
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Ecclesiastes 5:12–14
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Proverbs 28:21–23
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Sirach 14:9–11
9 A covetous man’s eye is not satisfied with his portion. Wicked injustice dries up his soul. (WEB) 10 A miser begrudges bread, and it is lacking at his table. (WEB) 11 My son, according to what you have, treat yourself well, and bring worthy offerings to the Lord. (WEB)
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