Ben Sira 22:12

12 Mourning for the dead lasts seven days, but for a fool or an ungodly man it lasts all his life.

Ben Sira 22:12 In-Context

11 Weep for the dead, for he lacks the light; and weep for the fool, for he lacks intelligence; weep less bitterly for the dead, for he has attained rest; but the life of the fool is worse than death.

12 Mourning for the dead lasts seven days, but for a fool or an ungodly man it lasts all his life.

13 Do not talk much with a foolish man, and do not visit an unintelligent man; guard yourself from him to escape trouble, and you will not be soiled when he shakes himself off; avoid him and you will find rest, and you will never be wearied by his madness.

14 What is heavier than lead? And what is its name except "Fool"?