Sirach 18:17-19

New Revised Standard Version, Anglicised Catholic Edition

¹⁷ Indeed, does not a word surpass a good gift?
    Both are to be found in a gracious person.
¹⁸ A fool is ungracious and abusive,
    and the gift of a grudging giver makes the eyes dim.

¹⁹ Before you speak, learn;
    and before you fall ill, take care of your health.