Wisdom of Ben Sira 33:4-6

New Catholic Bible

⁴ Carefully prepare what you have to say, and you will be listened to;
    draw upon your learning, and then give your answer.
⁵ The mind of a fool is like the wheel of a cart,
    and his thoughts spin like an axle.
⁶ A sarcastic friend is like a stallion
    that neighs no matter who is on its back.