Sirach 31:17-19

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¹⁷Be the first to stop eating, for the sake of good manners,
and do not be insatiable, lest you give offense.
¹⁸If you are seated among many persons,
do not reach out your hand before they do.

¹⁹How ample a little is for a well-disciplined man!
He does not breathe heavily upon his bed.

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