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Sirach 27:12
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12If thou be among the indiscreet, observe the time; but be continually among men of understanding.
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10As the lion lieth in wait for the prey; so sin for them that work iniquity.
11The discourse of a godly man is always with wisdom; but a fool changeth as the moon.
— Sirach 27:12 —
13The discourse of fools is irksome, and their sport is the wantonness of sin.
14The talk of him that sweareth much maketh the hair stand upright; and their brawls make one stop his ears.