Ben Sira 15:17

17 Before man is life and death; and whichever he liketh shall be given him.

Ben Sira 15:17 In-Context

15 if thou wilt keep the commandments, and perform acceptable faithfulness.

16 He hath set fire and water before thee: stretch forth thy hand unto whichever thou wilt.

17 Before man is life and death; and whichever he liketh shall be given him.

18 For the wisdom of the Lord is great, and He is mighty in power and beholdeth all things;

19 and His eyes are upon them that fear Him, and He knoweth every work of man.