Ben Sira 29:8

8 Nevertheless, be patient with a man in humble circumstances, and do not make him wait for your alms.

Ben Sira 29:8 In-Context

6 If the lender exert pressure, he will hardly get back half, and will regard that as a windfall. If he does not, the borrower has robbed him of his money, and he has needlessly made him his enemy; he will repay him with curses and reproaches, and instead of glory will repay him with dishonor.

7 Because of such wickedness, therefore, many have refused to lend; they have been afraid of being defrauded needlessly.

8 Nevertheless, be patient with a man in humble circumstances, and do not make him wait for your alms.

9 Help a poor man for the commandment's sake, and because of his need do not send him away empty.

10 Lose your silver for the sake of a brother or a friend, and do not let it rust under a stone and be lost.