Sirach 21:25-27

Common English Bible

²⁵ The lips of strangers
will report these things,
    but the words of the prudent
    will be placed on a balance.
²⁶ Fools say whatever is on their minds,
    but the wise remain mindful
    of what they say.
²⁷ When the ungodly
curse their enemies,^[a]
    they curse themselves.