Ben Sira 31:17

17 Be the first to stop, as befits good manners, and do not be insatiable, or you will give offense.

Ben Sira 31:17 In-Context

15 Judge your neighbor's feelings by your own, and in every matter be thoughtful.

16 Eat what is set before you like a well brought-up person, and do not chew greedily, or you will give offense.

17 Be the first to stop, as befits good manners, and do not be insatiable, or you will give offense.

18 If you are seated among many persons, do not help yourself before they do.

19 How ample a little is for a well-disciplined person! He does not breathe heavily when in bed.