Sirach 17:27-29

Revised Standard Version

²⁷ Who will sing praises to the Most High in Hades,
    as do those who are alive and give thanks?
²⁸ From the dead, as from one who does not exist, thanksgiving has ceased;
    he who is alive and well sings the Lord’s praises.
²⁹ How great is the mercy of the Lord,
    and his forgiveness for those who turn to him!