Ben Sira 8:6

6 Never think less of someone because he is old; some of us are growing old, too.

Ben Sira 8:6 In-Context

4 Don't make fun of someone who has bad manners; he may insult your ancestors.

5 Don't criticize someone if he is already turning away from sin. Remember that we are all guilty.

6 Never think less of someone because he is old; some of us are growing old, too.

7 Don't be happy over the death of anyone; remember that all of us must die.

8 Do not disregard what the wise have said. Study their proverbs; from them you can learn to be cultured and to serve great people.