Sirach 19:12

12 Like an arrow stuck in a thigh, so is a word in the belly of a fool.

Sirach 19:12 In-Context

10 Have you heard some word? Let it perish along with you. Have courage! It won't make you burst.

11 Because of something spoken, a fool will suffer labor pains like those caused by a baby about to be delivered.

12 Like an arrow stuck in a thigh, so is a word in the belly of a fool.

13 Question a friend; perhaps he didn't do it. And if he did, question him so he doesn't do it again.

14 Question a neighbor; perhaps she didn't say it. And if she did say it, question her so that she doesn't repeat it.