Ben Sira 27:9

9 Birds come to roost with those of their own kind, and the habit of honesty comes to those who try to be honest.

Ben Sira 27:9 In-Context

7 Never praise anyone before you hear him talk; that is the real test.

8 If you try to be honest, you can be, and it will improve your character as handsome clothing improves your appearance.

9 Birds come to roost with those of their own kind, and the habit of honesty comes to those who try to be honest.

10 Sin waits for those looking for a chance to sin, just as a lion waits for prey.

11 When devout people talk, what they say always makes sense, but foolish people are always contradicting themselves.