Sirach 28:11-13

Common English Bible

¹¹ A hasty quarrel sparks a fire,
    and hasty conflict sheds blood.

¹² If you blow on a spark, it will flame up,
    and if you spit on it, it will go out;
    nonetheless, both come out
    of your mouth.

¹³ A curse on slanderers and the deceitful,^[a]
    because they have destroyed many
    who are at peace.