Sirach 3:28-31 Common English Bible (CEB)

28. There’s no healing for the distressof arrogant people,because an evil planthas taken root in them.

29. The hearts of intelligent peoplewill think about a proverb,and the wise desire peoplewho are ready to listen.

30. Water will put out a blazing fire,and giving to those in needwill make up for sins.

31. Those who repay favorsconsider the future,and at the moment when they fall,they will find support.

Sirach 3