Ben Sira 20:27
New American Bible (Revised Edition)
27 The wise gain promotion with few words,[a]
the prudent please the great.
Sirach 20:27
Revised Standard Version Catholic Edition
27 He who speaks wisely will advance himself,
and a sensible man will please great men.
Sirach 20:27
Good News Translation
Stewardship of Wisdom
27 Speak wisely, and you will get ahead in the world. Influential people appreciate good sense.
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Ben Sira 20:27
New American Bible (Revised Edition)
27 The wise gain promotion with few words,[a]
the prudent please the great.
Sirach 20:27
Revised Standard Version Catholic Edition
27 He who speaks wisely will advance himself,
and a sensible man will please great men.
Sirach 20:27
Good News Translation
Stewardship of Wisdom
27 Speak wisely, and you will get ahead in the world. Influential people appreciate good sense.
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