Ben Sira 37:8

8 Beware of a counselor, and know before what need he hath; for he will counsel for himself, lest he cast the lot upon thee,

Ben Sira 37:8 In-Context

6 Forget not thy friend in thy mind, and be not unmindful of him in thy riches.

7 Every counselor extolleth counsel, but there is some that counseleth for himself.

8 Beware of a counselor, and know before what need he hath; for he will counsel for himself, lest he cast the lot upon thee,

9 and say unto thee, "Thy way is good," and afterward he stand on the other side to see what shall befall thee.

10 Consult not with one that suspecteth thee, and hide thy counsel from such as envy thee.