Ben Sira 10:27

27 Better is he that laboreth and aboundeth in all things, than he that boasteth himself and wanteth bread.

Ben Sira 10:27 In-Context

25 Unto the servant that is wise shall they that are free do service, and he that hath knowledge will not grouse when he is reproved.

26 Be not overwise in doing thy business, and boast not thyself in the time of thy distress.

27 Better is he that laboreth and aboundeth in all things, than he that boasteth himself and wanteth bread.

28 My son, glorify thy soul in meekness, and give it honor according to the dignity thereof.

29 Who will justify him that sinneth against his own soul? And who will honor him that dishonoreth his own life?