Ben Sira 32:7

7 If you are young, don't speak unless you have to, but never more than twice, and only if someone speaks to you first.

Ben Sira 32:7 In-Context

5 Music at a banquet where wine is served is like a ruby set in gold.

6 Good music and good wine - an emerald set in gold.

7 If you are young, don't speak unless you have to, but never more than twice, and only if someone speaks to you first.

8 Come to the point and say it all in a few words. Show that you are well-informed, but stay quiet.

9 Don't treat important people as if you were their equal and don't make a nuisance of yourself by asking them a lot of questions.