Ben Sira 7:28

28 Remember that you owe your life to them. How can you ever repay them for all they have done for you?

Ben Sira 7:28 In-Context

26 If you have a good wife, do not divorce her, but do not trust yourself to someone you don't love.
27 Honor your father with all your heart, and never forget how your mother suffered when you were born.
28 Remember that you owe your life to them. How can you ever repay them for all they have done for you?
29 Fear the Lord with all your heart, and have respect for his priests.
30 Love your Creator with all your strength, and give his ministers your support.
Scripture taken from the Good News Translation - Second Edition, Copyright 1992 by American Bible Society. Used by Permission.