Listen to me, my daughter, and do not neglect what I say; in the end you will see the truth of it. Be moderate in all that you do and you will be without illness. Be content with whatever you have, be it great or small; this is better than to go elsewhere and be reproached as an outsider. A little is sufficient for a well-bred person. Some things you cannot live without; water, bread, clothes and a house for shelter. Do not give yourself over to sadness or torment yourself with brooding. Joy of heart is life to man; gladness gives him length of days. Delight your soul and console your heart; chase sorrow far away. Jealousy and anger shorten your life; worry makes you old before the time. A cheerful and kindly person will have a good appetite and enjoy his food. Be kind to those who have fallen on hard times, do not keep them waiting for your help. Strive, then, with the greatest determination and increase your faith with goodness, goodness with knowledge, knowledge with moderation, moderation with constancy, constancy with piety, piety with mutual affection, mutual affection with charity. My divine power has given you all things that pertain to life and godliness. 12.05.24
Sirach 31:22; Sirach 29:23; Sirach 31:19; Sirach 30:21; Sirach 30:21-25; Sirach 29:8; 2 Peter 1:5-7; 2 Peter 1:3