Ben Sira 6:33

33 If thou love to hear, thou shalt receive understanding; and if thou bow thine ear, thou shalt be wise.

Ben Sira 6:33 In-Context

31 Thou shalt put her on as a robe of honor, and shalt put her bout thee as a crown of joy.

32 My son, if thou wilt, thou shalt be taught; and if thou wilt apply thy mind, thou shalt be prudent.

33 If thou love to hear, thou shalt receive understanding; and if thou bow thine ear, thou shalt be wise.

34 Stand in the multitude of the elders, and cleave unto him that is wise.

35 Be willing to hear every godly discourse, and let not the parables of understanding escape thee.