Ben Sira 21:22

22 The foot of a fool rushes into a house, but a man of experience stands respectfully before it.

Ben Sira 21:22 In-Context

20 A fool raises his voice when he laughs, but a clever man smiles quietly.

21 To a sensible man education is like a golden ornament, and like a bracelet on the right arm.

22 The foot of a fool rushes into a house, but a man of experience stands respectfully before it.

23 A boor peers into the house from the door, but a cultivated man remains outside.

24 It is ill-mannered for a man to listen at a door, and a discreet man is grieved by the disgrace.