Sirach 8:1–3

Prudence and Common Sense

8 Do not contend with the powerful,

or you may fall into their hands.

2 Do not quarrel with the rich,

in case their resources outweigh yours;

for gold has ruined many,

and has perverted the minds of kings.

3 Do not argue with the loud of mouth,

and do not heap wood on their fire.

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