19 A man without grace is a tale out of season. It will be continually in the mouth of the ignorant. (WEB)
Sirach 20:19
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Sirach 20:23–25
23 There is one who for bashfulness makes promises to his friend; and he makes him his enemy for nothing. (WEB) 24 A lie is an ugly blot on a person. It will be continually in the mouth of the ignorant. (WEB) 25 A thief is better than a man who is continually lying, but they both w… (WEB)
Sirach 20:12–14
12 There is one who buys much for a little, and pays for it again sevenfold. (WEB) 13 He who is wise in words will make himself beloved; but the pleasantries of fools will be wasted. (WEB) 14 The gift of a fool will not profit you, for he looks for repayment many times instead of o… (WEB)
Sirach 21:15–17
15 If a man of knowledge hears a wise word, he will commend it and add to it. The wanton man hears it, and it displeases him, so he throws it away behind his back. (WEB) 16 The chatter of a fool is like a burden in the way, but grace will be found on the lips of the wise. (WEB) 17 … (WEB)
Ecclesiastes 10:11–13
11 If the snake bites before it is charmed, there is no profit for the charmer. 12 The words of a wise man’s mouth are gracious, but the lips of a fool consume him. 13 The beginning of his talk is folly, and the end of his speech is evil madness.
Sirach 22:5–7
5 She who is arrogant brings shame on father and husband. She will be despised by both of them. (WEB) 6 Ill-timed conversation is like music in mourning, but stripes and correction are wisdom in every season. (WEB) 7 He who teaches a fool is like one who glues potsherds together… (WEB)
Sirach 5:12–14
12 If you have understanding, answer your neighbor; but if not, put your hand over your mouth. (WEB) 13 Glory and dishonor is in talk. A man’s tongue may be his downfall. (WEB) 14 Don’t be called a whisperer. Don’t lie in wait with your tongue; for shame is on the thief, and an evi… (WEB)
Sirach 19:29–30
29 A man will be known by his appearance. One who has understanding will be known by his face when you meet him. (WEB) 30 A man’s attire, grinning laughter, and the way he walks show what he is. (WEB)
Sirach 6:4–6
4 A wicked soul will destroy him who has it, and will make him a laughing stock to his enemies. (WEB) 5 Sweet words will multiply a man’s friends. A gracious tongue will multiply courtesies. (WEB) 6 Let those that are at peace with you be many, but your advisers one of a thousan… (WEB)
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