Wisdom of Ben Sira 33:2-4

New Catholic Bible

² The man who is wise does not hate the law,
    but the one who is a hypocrite about it ends up being tossed around like a boat in a storm.
³ A sensible man will trust in the law,
    regarding it as dependable as an oracle.
⁴ Carefully prepare what you have to say, and you will be listened to;
    draw upon your learning, and then give your answer.