Sirach 27:12-18 Catholic Public Domain Version (CPDV)

12. A holy man persists in wisdom like the sun. But a senseless man changes like the moon.

13. In the midst of the senseless, retain a word for the proper time. But be continually in the midst those who are thoughtful.

14. The discussions of sinners are hateful, and their laughter is a delight in sin.

15. The speech that swears many oaths will cause the hair of the head to stand upright; and its irreverence will cause the ears to be blocked.

16. The shedding of blood is in the quarrels of the arrogant; and their evil talk is grievous to hear.

17. Whoever discloses the secret of a friend breaks faith; and he will not find a friend for his soul.

18. Love your neighbor, and be united with him faithfully.

Sirach 27