Sirach 28:14

14 Slander has shaken up many people, scattered them from nation to nation, demolished mighty cities, and overthrown the houses of dignitaries.

Sirach 28:14 In-Context

12 If you blow on a spark, it will flame up, and if you spit on it, it will go out; nonetheless, both come out of your mouth. because they have destroyed many who are at peace.

13 A curse on slanderers and the deceitful,

14 Slander has shaken up many people, scattered them from nation to nation, demolished mighty cities, and overthrown the houses of dignitaries.

15 Slander has driven out courageous women, and it has deprived them of the rewards of their work.

16 Those who pay attention to slander will never find rest, nor will they live in peace.

Footnotes

• [a] LXX a third tongue