Sirach 20:9

9 Some people have success

Sirach 20:9 In-Context

7 Wise people keep silent until the proper moment, but those who swagger and are senseless will miss the right moment.

8 Those who talk excessively will be loathed, and those who pretend to have authority will be hated. in bad circumstances, and there's a windfall that results in loss.

9 Some people have success

10 There's a gift that won't profit you, and there's a gift that will bring twice the return.

11 There are losses suffered for the sake of one's reputation, and there are people who have raised their heads from humiliation.