Sirach 8:19

19 Don't open your heart to just anyone, and don't accept a favor from just anyone.

Sirach 8:19 In-Context

17 Don't consult with fools, because they can't keep a secret.

18 Don't do anything in front of strangers that should be kept hidden, for you don't know what they will reveal.

19 Don't open your heart to just anyone, and don't accept a favor from just anyone.

Footnotes

• [a]. LXX; Heb and don’t drive goodness away from yourself