Ben Sira 33:4

4 Prepare what to say, and so thou shalt be heard; and bind up instruction, and then make your answer.

Ben Sira 33:4 In-Context

2 A wise man hateth not the law; but he that is a hypocrite therein is as a ship in a storm.

3 A man of understanding trusteth in the law, and the law is faithful unto him, as an oracle.

4 Prepare what to say, and so thou shalt be heard; and bind up instruction, and then make your answer.

5 The heart of the foolish is like a cart wheel, and his thoughts are like a rolling axle.

6 A stallion horse is as a mocking friend: he neigheth under every one that sitteth upon him.