Ben Sira 22:18

18 Fences set on a high place will not stand firm against the wind; so a timid mind with a fool's resolve will not stand firm against any fear.

Ben Sira 22:18 In-Context

16 A wooden beam firmly bonded into a building is not loosened by an earthquake; so the mind firmly resolved after due reflection will not be afraid in a crisis.

17 A mind settled on an intelligent thought is like stucco decoration that makes a wall smooth.

18 Fences set on a high place will not stand firm against the wind; so a timid mind with a fool's resolve will not stand firm against any fear.

19 One who pricks the eye brings tears, and one who pricks the heart makes clear its feelings.

20 One who throws a stone at birds scares them away, and one who reviles a friend destroys a friendship.

Footnotes

• [a] Other ancient authorities read [Pebbles]