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Sirach 8:17-19
Revised Standard Version Catholic Edition
Sirach 8:17-19
Revised Standard Version Catholic Edition
17 Do not consult with a fool,
for he will not be able to keep a secret.
18 In the presence of a stranger do nothing that is to be kept secret,
for you do not know what he will divulge.[a]
19 Do not reveal your thoughts to every one,
lest you drive away your good luck.[b]
Footnotes
- Sirach 8:18 Or it will bring forth
- Sirach 8:19 Heb: Gk let him not return a favor to you
Revised Standard Version Catholic Edition (RSVCE)
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