Ben Sira 13:1

1 He that toucheth pitch shall be defiled therewith, and he that hath fellowship with a proud man shall be like unto him.

Ben Sira 13:1 In-Context

1 He that toucheth pitch shall be defiled therewith, and he that hath fellowship with a proud man shall be like unto him.

2 Burden not thyself above thy power while thou livest, and have no fellowship with one that is mightier and richer than thyself. For how agree the kettle and the earthen pot together? For if the one be smitten against the other, it shall be broken.

3 The rich man hath done wrong, and yet he threateneth nonetheless; the poor is wronged, and he must entreat also.

4 If thou be for his profit, he will use thee; but if thou have nothing, he will forsake thee.

5 If thou have anything, he will live with thee; yea, he will make thee bare, and will not be sorry for it.