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Sirach 22:12-14
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12 Mourning for the dead lasts seven days,
    but for the foolish or the ungodly it lasts all the days of their lives.(A)

13 Do not talk much with senseless people
    or visit unintelligent people.[a]
Stay clear of them, or you may have trouble
    and be spattered when they shake themselves off.
Avoid them and you will find rest,
    and you will never be wearied by their lack of sense.
14 What is heavier than lead?
    And what is its name except “Fool”?

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  1. 22.13 Other ancient authorities add For being without sense he will despise everything about you
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