Ben Sira 21:23

23 A fool will peep in at the door into the house, but he that is well-nurtured will stand without.

Ben Sira 21:23 In-Context

21 Learning is unto a wise man as an ornament of gold, and like a bracelet upon his right arm.

22 A foolish man's foot is soon in his neighbor's house, but a man of experience is ashamed of him.

23 A fool will peep in at the door into the house, but he that is well-nurtured will stand without.

24 It is the rudeness of a man to hearken at the door, but a wise man will be grieved with the disgrace.

25 The lips of talkers will be telling such things as pertain not unto them, but the words of such as have understanding are weighed in the balance.