New American Bible, Revised Edition

Ben Sira 27:10-15 New American Bible, Revised Edition (NABRE)

10. A lion lies in wait for prey,so does sin for evildoers.

11. The conversation of the godly is always wisdom,but the fool changes like the moon.

12. Limit the time you spend among the stupid,but frequent the company of the thoughtful.

13. The conversation of fools is offensive,and their laughter is wanton sin.

14. Their oath-filled talk makes the hair stand on end,and their brawls make one stop the ears.

15. The wrangling of the proud ends in bloodshed,and their cursing is painful to hear.