Ben Sira 33:31

31 If you have a servant, treat him as a brother, for as your own soul you will need him. If you ill-treat him, and he leaves and runs away, which way will you go to seek him?

Ben Sira 33:31 In-Context

29 Do not act immoderately toward anybody, and do nothing without discretion.

30 If you have a servant, let him be as yourself, because you have bought him with blood.

31 If you have a servant, treat him as a brother, for as your own soul you will need him. If you ill-treat him, and he leaves and runs away, which way will you go to seek him?