Sirach 32:6-9 Catholic Public Domain Version (CPDV)

6. Where no one is listening, you should not pour out words. And do not choose to be extolled improperly for your wisdom.

7. A gemstone of garnet is set amid an ornament of gold, and a concert of music is set amid a banquet of wine.

8. Just as a signet of emerald is set amid a work of gold, so is a melody of music set amid delightful and moderate wine.

9. Listen silently, and for your reverence, good graces will be added to you.

Sirach 32