Sirach 6:7

7 If you make friends, test them thoroughly and don't trust them quickly.

Sirach 6:7 In-Context

5 Pleasant speech gains more friends for itself, and a sweet-speaking tongue will multiply pleasant exchanges.

6 Let those who are at peace with you be many, but let only one in a thousand be your advisor.

7 If you make friends, test them thoroughly and don't trust them quickly.

8 Some are friends when it is convenient, but they won't stay around during hard times.

9 There are friends who turn into enemies, and they will reveal your disgraceful arguments.