Ben Sira 37:20

20 He may be clever with words, but end up starving because people hate him.

Ben Sira 37:20 In-Context

19 Someone may have the ability to teach, but still not be of much use to himself.

20 He may be clever with words, but end up starving because people hate him.

21 This may happen if he doesn't have good sense, if the Lord has not given him tact.

22 Someone may consider himself wise and let you know that he is certain about what he knows.