Sirach 40:26

26 Money and strength will lift up one's heart, but fearing the Lord is better than both. If you fear the Lord, you'll lack nothing; if you have it, there's no reason to look for help.

Sirach 40:26 In-Context

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

25 Gold and silver make one stand firm, but more highly esteemed than both is good advice.

26 Money and strength will lift up one's heart, but fearing the Lord is better than both. If you fear the Lord, you'll lack nothing; if you have it, there's no reason to look for help.

27 Fear of the Lord is like an orchard of blessing, and it covers a person more fully than any glory.

28 My child, don't live the life of a beggar; it's better to die than to beg.