Sirach 21:22 CPDV

²⁰  The mouth of the prudent is sought in the Church, and they will consider his words in their hearts.

²¹  Like a house which has been demolished, so is wisdom to the foolish. And the knowledge of the unwise is like meaningless words.

²²  Doctrine to the senseless is like fetters on the feet, and like chains on the right hand.

²³  A foolish man lifts up his voice in laughter. But a wise man will not even laugh quietly to himself.

²⁴  Doctrine is to the prudent like a gold ornament, and like an armband on the right arm.