Ben Sira 18:27

27 One who is wise is cautious in everything; when sin is all around, one guards against wrongdoing.

Ben Sira 18:27 In-Context

25 In the time of plenty think of the time of hunger; in days of wealth think of poverty and need.
26 From morning to evening conditions change; all things move swiftly before the Lord.
27 One who is wise is cautious in everything; when sin is all around, one guards against wrongdoing.
28 Every intelligent person knows wisdom, and praises the one who finds her.
29 Those who are skilled in words become wise themselves, and pour forth apt proverbs.
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