Ben Sira 27:6

6 You can tell how well a tree has been cared for by the fruit it bears, and you can tell a person's feelings by the way he expresses himself. ¹

Ben Sira 27:6 In-Context

4 Your talk shows your faults; it is like a sieve that separates out the rubbish.

5 The way you think shows your character just as surely as a kiln shows any flaws in the pottery being fired.

6 You can tell how well a tree has been cared for by the fruit it bears, and you can tell a person's feelings by the way he expresses himself.

7 Never praise anyone before you hear him talk; that is the real test.

8 If you try to be honest, you can be, and it will improve your character as handsome clothing improves your appearance.