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Sirach 18:31
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31If thou givest thy soul the desires that please her, she will make thee a laughingstock to thine enemies that malign thee.
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29They that were of understanding in sayings became also wise themselves, and poured forth exquisite parables.
30Go not after thy lusts, but refrain thyself from thine appetites.
— Sirach 18:31 —
32Take not pleasure in much good cheer, neither be tied to the expence thereof.
33Be not made a beggar by banqueting upon borrowing, when thou hast nothing in thy purse: for thou shalt lie in wait for thine own life, and be talked on.