Ben Sira 3:2

2 For the Lord honored the father above the children, and he confirmed the right of the mother over her sons.

Ben Sira 3:2 In-Context

1 Listen to me your father, O children; and act accordingly, that you may be kept in safety.

2 For the Lord honored the father above the children, and he confirmed the right of the mother over her sons.

3 Whoever honors his father atones for sins,

4 and whoever glorifies his mother is like one who lays up treasure.

5 Whoever honors his father will be gladdened by his own children, and when he prays he will be heard.