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19 To a senseless person education is fetters on his feet,
    and like manacles on his right hand.
20 A fool raises his voice when he laughs,
    but the wise[a] smile quietly.
21 To the sensible person education is like a golden ornament,
    and like a bracelet on the right arm.

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  1. Sirach 21:20 Syr Lat: Gk clever

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