World English Bible

Sirach 33:2-8 World English Bible (WEB)

2. A wise man will not hate the law; But he that is a hypocrite therein is as a ship in a storm.

3. A man of understanding will put his trust in the law; And the law is faithful to him, as when one asks at the oracle.

4. Prepare your speech, and so shall you be heard; Bind up instruction, and make your answer.

5. The heart of a fool is as a cartwheel; And his thoughts like a rolling axle tree.

6. A stallion horse is as a mocking friend; He neighs under every one that sits upon him.

7. Why does one day excel another, When all the light of every day in the year is of the sun?

8. By the knowledge of the Lord they were distinguished; And he varied seasons and feasts: