Sirach 21:5-7

Common English Bible

⁵ The petition of the poor goes
from their mouth to God’s ears,
    and his judgment comes quickly.
⁶ Anyone who hates reproof
walks in the footsteps of a sinner,
    and those who fear the Lord
    will turn back to him from the heart.
⁷ Those who are powerful in speech
are widely known,
    but those who are thoughtful
    know when they slip.