Sirach 19:6

6 And those who are reticent to speak diminish wickedness.

Sirach 19:6 In-Context

4 Those who trust others too quickly have empty heads, and those who sin injure themselves.
5 Those who rejoice in wickedness will be condemned.
6 And those who are reticent to speak diminish wickedness.
7 Never repeat something that you've heard, and you will not lose anything.
8 Don't report it to a friend or an enemy, and, as long as it wouldn't be a sin for you, don't reveal it.
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