Ben Sira 32:2-4
New American Bible (Revised Edition)
2 see to their needs, and then take your place,
To share in their joy
and receive a wreath for a job well done.
3 You who are older, it is your right to speak,
but temper your knowledge and do not interrupt the singing.
4 Where there is entertainment, do not pour out discourse,
and do not display your wisdom at the wrong time.
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