Sirach 12:17

17 If you meet up with trouble, you will find them there ahead of you; and appearing to help, they will trip you.

Sirach 12:17 In-Context

15 They will remain with you for a time,
16 Enemies speak sweetly with their lips, but in their hearts, they plan to throw you into a ditch. Enemies cry tears with their eyes, but if they find an opportunity, they won't be able to get enough blood.
17 If you meet up with trouble, you will find them there ahead of you; and appearing to help, they will trip you.
18 They will shake their heads and clap their hands, and they will whisper many things and change their faces.
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