Sirach 27:11-13

New Revised Standard Version Catholic Edition

Varieties of Speech

¹¹The conversation of the godly is always wise,
    but the fool changes like the moon.
¹²Among stupid people limit your time,
    but among thoughtful people linger on.
¹³The talk of fools is offensive,
    and their laughter is wantonly sinful.

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