Ben Sira 20:13

13 A wise man by his words maketh him beloved, but the graces of fools shall be poured out.

Ben Sira 20:13 In-Context

11 There is an abasement because of glory, and there is one that lifteth up his head from a low estate.

12 There is one that buyeth much for a little, and repayeth it sevenfold.

13 A wise man by his words maketh him beloved, but the graces of fools shall be poured out.

14 The gift of a fool shall do thee no good when thou hast it, neither yet of the envious for his necessity; for he looketh to receive many things for one.

15 He giveth little, and upbraideth much; he openeth his mouth like a crier. Today he lendeth, and tomorrow will he ask it back; such a one is to be hated by God and man.