Ecclesiastes 9:17 KJV
The words of wise men are heard in quiet more than the cry of him that ruleth among fools.
Ecclesiastes 9:17, King James Version
In context
16 Then said I, Wisdom is better than strength: nevertheless the poor man’s wisdom is despised, and his words are not heard.
17 The words of wise men are heard in quiet more than the cry of him that ruleth among fools.
18 Wisdom is better than weapons of war: but one sinner destroyeth much good.