Ben Sira 31:13

13 Remember that a greedy eye is a bad thing. What has been created more greedy than the eye? Therefore it sheds tears from every face.

Ben Sira 31:13 In-Context

11 His prosperity will be established, and the assembly will relate his acts of charity.
12 Are you seated at the table of a great man? Do not be greedy at it, and do not say, "There is certainly much upon it!"
13 Remember that a greedy eye is a bad thing. What has been created more greedy than the eye? Therefore it sheds tears from every face.
14 Do not reach out your hand for everything you see, and do not crowd your neighbor at the dish.
15 Judge your neighbor's feelings by your own, and in every matter be thoughtful.
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