Ben Sira 38:19

19 When a person is taken away, sorrow is over; but the life of the poor weighs down the heart.

Ben Sira 38:19 In-Context

17 Let your weeping be bitter and your wailing fervent; make your mourning worthy of the departed, for one day, or two, to avoid criticism; then be comforted for your grief.

18 For grief may result in death, and a sorrowful heart saps one's strength.

19 When a person is taken away, sorrow is over; but the life of the poor weighs down the heart.

20 Do not give your heart to grief; drive it away, and remember your own end.

21 Do not forget, there is no coming back; you do the dead no good, and you injure yourself.