OLD TESTAMENT

Sirach 21:20

The Holy Bible · English

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A fool lifts up his voice with laughter, but a clever man smiles quietly.

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EXPLANATION

Verse 20. Church. Or assembly, Job 29:11. 21. Calmet.—All good people dislike senseless talk, and approve of what is edifying. Worthington.