Sirach 9:14-18
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14 As near as thou canst, guess at thy neighbour, and consult with the wise.
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15 Let thy talk be with the wise, and all thy communication in the law of the most High.
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16 And let just men eat and drink with thee; and let thy glorying be in the fear of the Lord.
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17 For the hand of the artificer the work shall be commended: and the wise ruler of the people for his speech.
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18 A man of an ill tongue is dangerous in his city; and he that is rash in his talk shall be hated.