Sirach 40:22

22 The eye will desire grace and beauty, but better than both are the first shoots of a crop.

Sirach 40:22 In-Context

20 Wine and music make the heart glad, but better than both is the love of wisdom.

21 A flute and a harp make sweet melodies, but better than both is a pleasant voice.

22 The eye will desire grace and beauty, but better than both are the first shoots of a crop.

23 A friend and a companion encounter each other at an opportune moment, but better than both is a woman with her husband.

24 Relatives and help in a time of distress are good, but acts of charity will rescue one better than both.