Ben Sira 4:29

29 Don't be quick to speak or lazy and negligent in your work.

Ben Sira 4:29 In-Context

27 Don't allow yourself to be dominated by someone who is stupid or show partiality to influential people.

28 Stand up for what is right, even if it costs you your life; the Lord God will be fighting on your side.

29 Don't be quick to speak or lazy and negligent in your work.

30 Don't act like a lion at home or be suspicious of your servants.

31 Don't stick out your hand to get something if you're going to be tightfisted when the time comes to pay it back.