Sirach 18:20-22

Common English Bible

²⁰ Examine yourself before judgment,
    and you will be reconciled
    when you are examined.
²¹ Humble yourself before you get sick,
    and when you commit sins
    show a changed heart and mind.
²² Don’t be prevented from repaying
a solemn promise in a timely way,
    and don’t wait until death
    to be vindicated.