Ben Sira 41:15

15 A man that hideth his foolishness is better than a man that hideth his wisdom.

Ben Sira 41:15 In-Context

13 A good life hath but few days, but a good name endureth for ever.

14 My children, keep discipline in peace; for wisdom that is hid, and a treasure that is not seen, what profit is in them both?

15 A man that hideth his foolishness is better than a man that hideth his wisdom.

16 Therefore be shamefaced according to my word; for it is not good to retain all shamefacedness, neither is it altogether approved in every thing.

17 Be ashamed of whoredom before father and mother, and of a lie before a prince and a mighty man;