Ben Sira 44:5

5 poets, and composers of music,

Ben Sira 44:5 In-Context

3 There were some who ruled kingdoms, and some who were known for their strength. Some were wise advisers, and some spoke prophecies.

4 There were statesmen whose policies governed the people, rulers who issued decrees, scholars who spoke wise words, and those who used pointed proverbs,

5 poets, and composers of music,

6 rich and powerful men living peacefully at home.

7 All of these were famous in their own times, honored by the people of their day.