Ben Sira 37:21

21 for grace was not given him by the Lord, since he is lacking in all wisdom.

Ben Sira 37:21 In-Context

19 A man may be shrewd and the teacher of many, and yet be unprofitable to himself.

20 A man skilled in words may be hated; he will be destitute of all food,

21 for grace was not given him by the Lord, since he is lacking in all wisdom.

22 A man may be wise to his own advantage, and the fruits of his understanding may be trustworthy on his lips.

23 A wise man will instruct his own people, and the fruits of his understanding will be trustworthy.