Sirach 28:8

8 Keep away from conflict, and you will reduce your sins; for hot-tempered people spark conflict.

Sirach 28:8 In-Context

6 Be mindful of the end that awaits you, and put an end to enmity; be mindful of decay and death, and be faithful to the commandments.

7 Be mindful of the commandments, and don't be irate at your neighbor; be mindful of the covenant of the Most High, and overlook a mistake.

8 Keep away from conflict, and you will reduce your sins; for hot-tempered people spark conflict.

9 Sinful people will stir up trouble for friends, and they spread slander among people who are at peace.

10 A fire burns in proportion to its fuel, and conflict increases the longer it continues. The more powerful individuals are, the stronger their anger will be; and the wealthier they are, the more their wrath will increase.