6:23–26 Deeds are lamps, and wisdom the flame that lights them.58 Learn from your mistakes; there is no shame in error. Close your mouth to gossip, and your ear to falsehood. How lovely is desire; do not be tempted by it. How attractive its promise; do not be seduced by its charms. For desire will steal your wisdom and force you to beg for a slice of bread when whole loaves are your due. Your life is precious; do not sacrifice it to evil.