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Sirach 8:18
Original
18Do no secret thing before a stranger; for thou knowest not what he will bring forth.
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In context
16Strive not with an angry man, and go not with him into a solitary place: for blood is as nothing in his sight, and where there is no help, he will overthrow thee.
17Consult not with a fool; for he cannot keep counsel.
— Sirach 8:18 —
19Open not thine heart to every man, lest he requite thee with a shrewd turn.