Ben Sira 27:11

11 When devout people talk, what they say always makes sense, but foolish people are always contradicting themselves.

Ben Sira 27:11 In-Context

9 Birds come to roost with those of their own kind, and the habit of honesty comes to those who try to be honest.

10 Sin waits for those looking for a chance to sin, just as a lion waits for prey.

11 When devout people talk, what they say always makes sense, but foolish people are always contradicting themselves.

12 When you find yourself with stupid people, look for some excuse to leave, but when you are with serious-minded people, stay as long as you can.

13 The stories that foolish people tell are offensive, and they make jokes about the worst kinds of sin.