Ben Sira 10:9

9 Why are earth and ashes proud? There is not a more wicked thing than a covetous man; for such a one setteth his own soul for sale, because while he liveth he casteth away his bowels.

Ben Sira 10:9 In-Context

7 Pride is hateful before God and man, and by both doth one commit iniquity.
8 Because of unrighteous dealings, injuries, and riches got by deceit, the kingdom is translated from one people to another.
9 Why are earth and ashes proud? There is not a more wicked thing than a covetous man; for such a one setteth his own soul for sale, because while he liveth he casteth away his bowels.
10 The physician cutteth off a long disease, and he that is today a king tomorrow shall die.
11 For when a man is dead, he shall inherit creeping things, beasts, and worms.
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