Ben Sira 21:5

5 When poor people pray, God hears them and quickly answers their prayers. ¹

Ben Sira 21:5 In-Context

3 Every lawless act leaves an incurable wound, like one left by a double-edged sword.

4 If a person is insolent and arrogant, he may lose everything he has.

5 When poor people pray, God hears them and quickly answers their prayers.

6 If you refuse to accept correction, you are committing a sin; and if you fear the Lord, you will make a sincere change in your ways.

7 Someone may be famous as a good speaker, but when he is wrong, a sensible person will detect it.