Holy Scripture
Sirach 3:22
A church father on this verse
“What God hath commanded thee, think upon always, and in many of his works be not curious. These last words are spoken especially to the learned; in which Ecclesiasticus teaches to think on useful things and to avoid curious things. Useful things indeed direct us in the way of salvation; but curious things distract us…”
Source: Septuagint
Original
22But what is commanded thee, think thereupon with reverence; For it is not needful for thee to see with thine eyes the things that are in secret.
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20For the power of the Lord is great, And he is honored of the lowly.
21Seek not out the things that are too hard for thee, Neither search the things that are above thy strength.
— Sirach 3:22 —
23Be not curious in unnecessary matters; For more things are shown unto thee than men understand.
24For many are deceived by their own vain opinion; And an evil suspicion hath overthrown their judgment.