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Sirach 8:2
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2Be not at variance with a rich man, lest he overweigh thee: for gold hath destroyed many, and perverted the hearts of kings.
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1Strive not with a mighty man’ lest thou fall into his hands.
— Sirach 8:2 —
3Strive not with a man that is full of tongue, and heap not wood upon his fire.
4Jest not with a rude man, lest thy ancestors be disgraced.