Sirach 8:1

Circumstances to avoid

1 Don't fight with powerful people, or you might fall into their hands.

Sirach 8:1 In-Context

1 Don't fight with powerful people, or you might fall into their hands.

2 Don't argue with rich people, since they might outmatch your resources; for gold has destroyed many, and it has turned aside the hearts of kings.

3 Don't fight with talkative people, adding fuel to their fire.

4 Don't make fun of the uneducated, or your ancestors might be insulted. turning away from sin; remember that we are all worthy of punishment.

5 Don't reproach someone