Sirach 21:24

24 Ignorance causes people to listen through a door, but the prudent will be distressed at the dishonor of doing so.

Sirach 21:24 In-Context

22 The foolish enter quickly into a house, but experienced people will be ashamed to do so.

23 The senseless peer into a house through the door, but the educated will stand outside.

24 Ignorance causes people to listen through a door, but the prudent will be distressed at the dishonor of doing so.

25 The lips of strangers will report these things, but the words of the prudent will be placed on a balance.

26 Fools say whatever is on their minds, but the wise remain mindful of what they say.