Ben Sira 5:11

11 Be swift to hear, and let thy life be sincere, and with patience give answer.

Ben Sira 5:11 In-Context

9 Winnow not with every wind, and go not into every way; for so doth the sinner that hath a double tongue.

10 Be steadfast in thy understanding, and let thy word be the same.

11 Be swift to hear, and let thy life be sincere, and with patience give answer.

12 If thou hast understanding, answer thy neighbor; if not, lay thy hand upon thy mouth.

13 Honor and shame are in talk, and the tongue of man is his fall.