Ben Sira 18:18

18 A fool is ungracious and abusive, and the gift of a grudging man makes the eyes dim.

Ben Sira 18:18 In-Context

16 Does not the dew assuage the scorching heat? So a word is better than a gift.

17 Indeed, does not a word surpass a good gift? Both are to be found in a gracious man.

18 A fool is ungracious and abusive, and the gift of a grudging man makes the eyes dim.

19 Before you speak, learn, and before you fall ill, take care of your health.

20 Before judgment, examine yourself, and in the hour of visitation you will find forgiveness.