Ben Sira 6:32-35 New American Bible, Revised Edition (NABRE)

32. If you wish, my son, you can be wise;if you apply yourself, you can be shrewd.

33. If you are willing to listen, you can learn;if you pay attention, you can be instructed.

34. Stand in the company of the elders;stay close to whoever is wise.

35. Be eager to hear every discourse;let no insightful saying escape you.

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