Sirach 9:17-18

Revised Standard Version Catholic Edition

Concerning Rulers

¹⁷A work will be praised for the skill of the craftsmen;
so a people’s leader is proved wise by his words.
¹⁸A babbler is feared in his city,
and the man who is reckless in speech will be hated.

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