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Sirach 27:14
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14The talk of him that sweareth much maketh the hair stand upright; and their brawls make one stop his ears.
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12If thou be among the indiscreet, observe the time; but be continually among men of understanding.
13The discourse of fools is irksome, and their sport is the wantonness of sin.
— Sirach 27:14 —
15The strife of the proud is bloodshedding, and their revilings are grievous to the ear.
16Whoso discovereth secrets loseth his credit; and shall never find friend to his mind.