Ben Sira 23:8

8 Sinners are caught by their own arrogant, insulting words.

Ben Sira 23:8 In-Context

6 Keep me from being overcome by greed or lust; do not leave me at the mercy of these shameless passions.

7 My children, listen to what I have to say about proper speech; do as I teach you and you will never get trapped.

8 Sinners are caught by their own arrogant, insulting words.

9 Don't fall into the habit of taking oaths, and don't use God's holy name too freely.

10 A slave who is constantly beaten will never be free of bruises; someone who is always taking an oath by the Holy Name will never be free of sin.