Ben Sira 39:11

11 if he lives long, he will leave a name greater than a thousand, and if he goes to rest, it is enough for him.

Ben Sira 39:11 In-Context

9 Many will praise his understanding, and it will never be blotted out; his memory will not disappear, and his name will live through all generations.

10 Nations will declare his wisdom, and the congregation will proclaim his praise;

11 if he lives long, he will leave a name greater than a thousand, and if he goes to rest, it is enough for him.

12 I have yet more to say, which I have thought upon, and I am filled, like the moon at the full.

13 Listen to me, O you holy sons, and bud like a rose growing by a stream of water;