Ecclesiastes 9:17
The words of wise men are heard in quiet more than the cry of him that ruleth among fools.
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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.
Catholic Public Domain Version
The words of the wise are heard in silence, more so than the outcry of a prince among the foolish