Ben Sira 3:13

13 Be sympathetic even if his mind fails him; don't look down on him just because you are strong and healthy.

Ben Sira 3:13 In-Context

11 Your own honor comes from the respect that you show to your father. If children do not honor their mothers, it is their own disgrace.

12 My child, take care of your father when he grows old; give him no cause for worry as long as he lives.

13 Be sympathetic even if his mind fails him; don't look down on him just because you are strong and healthy.

14 The Lord will not forget the kindness you show to your father; it will help you make up for your sins.

15 When you are in trouble, the Lord will remember your kindness and will help you; your sins will melt away like frost in warm sunshine.