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Sirach 8:12
Original
12Lend not unto him that is mightier than thyself; for if thou lendest him, count it but lost.
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10Kindle not the coals of a sinner, lest thou be burnt with the flame of his fire.
11Rise not up in anger at the presence of an injurious person, lest he lie in wait to entrap thee in thy words
— Sirach 8:12 —
13Be not surety above thy power: for if thou be surety, take care to pay it.
14Go not to law with a judge; for they will judge for him according to his honour.