Sirach 5:12-14

Douay-Rheims 1899 American Edition

¹² Be steadfast in the way of the Lord, and in the truth of thy judgment, and in knowledge, and let the word of peace and justice keep with thee.

¹³ Be meek to hear the word, that thou mayst understand: and return a true answer with wisdom.

¹⁴ If thou have understanding, answer thy neighbour: but if not, let thy hand be upon thy mouth, lest thou be surprised in an unskillful word, and be confounded.