Ben Sira 22:8

8 He who tells a story to a fool tells it to a drowsy man; and at the end he will say, "What is it?"

Ben Sira 22:8 In-Context

6 Like music in mourning is a tale told at the wrong time, but chastising and discipline are wisdom at all times.

7 He who teaches a fool is like one who glues potsherds together, or who rouses a sleeper from deep slumber.

8 He who tells a story to a fool tells it to a drowsy man; and at the end he will say, "What is it?"