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Ben Sira 32:8
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Let thy speech be short, comprehending much in few words; be as one that knoweth and yet holdeth his tongue.
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6
As a signet of an emerald set in a work of gold, so is the melody of music with pleasant wine.
7
Speak, young man, if there be need of thee, and yet scarcely when thou art twice asked.
8
Let thy speech be short, comprehending much in few words; be as one that knoweth and yet holdeth his tongue.
9
If thou be among great men, make not thyself equal with them; and when aged men are in place, use not many words.
10
Before the thunder goeth lightning, and before a shamefaced man shall go favor.
Third Millennium Bible (TMB), New Authorized Version, Copyright 1998 by Deuel Enterprises, Inc., Gary, SD 57237. All rights reserved.