Sirach 40:11-13

Good News Translation

¹¹ Everything that comes from the earth goes back to the earth, just as all water flows into the sea.

The Results of Evil

¹² Nothing that comes from bribery or injustice will last, but the effects of loyalty will remain forever. ¹³ Wealth that has been obtained dishonestly is like a stream that runs full during a thunderstorm,