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Ecclesiastes 9:17

The words of the wise are heard in silence, more so than the outcry of a prince among the foolish
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King James Version

The words of wise men are heard in quiet more than the cry of him that ruleth among fools.

English Standard Version

The words of the wise heard in quiet are better than the shouting of a ruler among fools.

New International Version

The quiet words of the wise are more to be heeded than the shouts of a ruler of fools.