Wisdom of Ben Sira 9:15-17

New Catholic Bible

¹⁵ Engage in conversation with one who is sensible,
    and devote all of your discussions to the law of the Most High.
¹⁶ Choose honorable men for your dinner companions,
    and let your glory be in the fear of God.
¹⁷ Artisans are praised for the skill of their hands,
    but a leader of the people is esteemed for his words of wisdom.