Ben Sira 16:23

23 He that lacketh understanding will think upon vain things; and a foolish man, erring, imagineth follies.

Ben Sira 16:23 In-Context

21 It is a tempest which no man can see, for the most part of His works are hid.

22 Who can declare the works of His justice? Or who can endure them? For His covenant is afar off, and the trial of all things is at the end."

23 He that lacketh understanding will think upon vain things; and a foolish man, erring, imagineth follies.

24 My son, hearken unto me, and learn knowledge, and mark my words with thy heart.

25 I will show forth doctrine of weight, and declare His knowledge exactly.