Sirach 12:15-17

Common English Bible

¹⁵ They will remain with you for a time,
    but if you waver, they won’t be loyal.
¹⁶ Enemies speak sweetly with their lips,
        but in their hearts,
        they plan to throw you into a ditch.
    Enemies cry tears with their eyes,
        but if they find an opportunity,
        they won’t be able to
        get enough blood.
¹⁷ If you meet up with trouble,
you will find them there ahead of you;
    and appearing to help,
they will trip you.