Wisdom of Ben Sira 40:23-25

New Catholic Bible

²³ A friend and a companion are encountered in good time,
    but better than either is a sensible wife.^[a]
24 A brother and a helper are cherished in times of stress,
    but better than either is the aid provided by almsgiving.
²⁵ Gold and silver make one’s way secure,
    but better than either is sound advice.