Sirach 4:20

Shame and speech

20 Watch closely for the right opportunity, be on guard against evil, and don't be ashamed of yourself.

Sirach 4:20 In-Context

18 and again she will come straight back to them, make them glad, and reveal to them her secrets.

19 If they go astray, she will leave them behind and hand them over to their downfall.

20 Watch closely for the right opportunity, be on guard against evil, and don't be ashamed of yourself.

21 There's a kind of shame that brings about sin, and there's a kind of shame that brings good reputation and favor.

22 Don't show partiality to your own hurt, and don't show respect to your own downfall.