Sirach 18:21

21 Humble yourself before you get sick,

Sirach 18:21 In-Context

19 Learn before you speak, and attend to yourself before you get sick.

20 Examine yourself before judgment, and you will be reconciled when you are examined.

21 Humble yourself before you get sick,

22 and when you commit sins show a changed heart and mind. Don't be prevented from repaying a solemn promise in a timely way, and don't wait until death to be vindicated.

23 Prepare yourself before making a solemn promise, and don't be like someone who tests the Lord.