Ben Sira 40:28

28 My son, lead not a beggar's life, for better it is to die than to beg.

Ben Sira 40:28 In-Context

26 Riches and strength lift up the heart, but the fear of the Lord is above them both. There is no want in the fear of the Lord, and it needeth not to seek help.

27 The fear of the Lord is a fruitful garden, and covereth him above all glory.

28 My son, lead not a beggar's life, for better it is to die than to beg.

29 The life of him that dependeth on another man's table is not to be counted for a life, for he polluteth himself with other men's meat; but a wise man well-nurtured will beware thereof.

30 Begging is sweet in the mouth of the shameless, but in his belly there shall burn a fire.