Ecclesiastes 9:17 in the World English Bible
The words of the wise heard in quiet are better than the cry of him who rules among fools.
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.