Sirach 9:15-17

Good News Translation

¹⁵ Engage in conversation with intelligent people, and let the Law of the Most High be the topic of your discussions. ¹⁶ Choose righteous people for your dinner companions. Your chief pride should be your fear of the Lord.

Rulers

¹⁷ A skilled worker is admired for the things he makes, and a leader's wisdom is proved by his words.