Ben Sira 5:14

14 Do not be called a slanderer, and do not lie in ambush with your tongue; for shame comes to the thief, and severe condemnation to the double-tongued.

Ben Sira 5:14 In-Context

12 If you have understanding, answer your neighbor; but if not, put your hand on your mouth.

13 Glory and dishonor come from speaking, and a man's tongue is his downfall.

14 Do not be called a slanderer, and do not lie in ambush with your tongue; for shame comes to the thief, and severe condemnation to the double-tongued.

15 In great and small matters do not act amiss,