Sirach 38:22-24

New Revised Standard Version Catholic Edition

²² Remember his^[a] fate, for yours is like it;
    yesterday it was his,^[b] and today it is yours.
²³ When the dead is at rest, let his remembrance rest too,
    and be comforted for him when his spirit has departed.

²⁴ The wisdom of the scribe depends on the opportunity of leisure;
    only the one who has little business can become wise.