Sirach 26:7

7 A wicked wife is like a chafing ox yoke; the one who holds her is like one who grasps a scorpion.

Sirach 26:7 In-Context

5 My heart was cautious about three things, and I was fearful in the face of a fourth— slander in a city, the gathering of a mob, and a false accusation— all of these are more miserable than death.

6 Women who are rivals bring heartache and grief, and a tongue-lashing shares it with everyone.

7 A wicked wife is like a chafing ox yoke; the one who holds her is like one who grasps a scorpion.

8 A drunken wife is the same as rage; she won't hide her disgraceful conduct.

9 A wife's promiscuity is seen in the arrogance of her eyes, and her eyelids make it known.