Sirach 21:15-17

Wycliffe Bible

¹⁵ Whatever wise word a cunning (or a knowing) man heareth, he shall praise (it), and lay to (or add to it). A lecherous man heard (it), and it shall displease him; and he shall cast it away [or he shall throw it away] behind his back.

¹⁶ The telling of a fool is as a burden in (or on) the way; for why grace shall be found in (or on) the lips of a wise man.

¹⁷ The mouth of a prudent man is sought in the church; and men shall think (on) his words in their hearts.