Sirach 9:15-17 Common English Bible (CEB)

15. Converse with intelligent people,and talk constantly about the Lawof the Most High.

16. Let righteous peoplebe your dinner companions,and let your pridebe in the fear of the Lord.

17. A handicraft is praisedbecause of the craftsperson’s skill,and the one who leads a peopleis wise in speech.

Sirach 9