Ben Sira 37:11

11 Don't ask a woman for advice about a rival of hers, 37:a coward about war,37:a merchant about a bargain,37:a buyer about selling,37:a stingy person about gratitude,37:a cruel person about kindness,37:a lazy person about work,37:a casual worker about finishing a job,37:a lazy slave about a difficult task.Pay no attention to any advice they may give.

Ben Sira 37:11 In-Context

9 He will assure you that things look good, and then stand back to watch what happens to you.

10 Don't ask advice of anyone who doesn't trust you, and don't give advice to anyone who is jealous of you.

11 Don't ask a woman for advice about a rival of hers, 37:a coward about war,37:a merchant about a bargain,37:a buyer about selling,37:a stingy person about gratitude,37:a cruel person about kindness,37:a lazy person about work,37:a casual worker about finishing a job,37:a lazy slave about a difficult task.Pay no attention to any advice they may give.

12 Instead, rely on someone who is religious and known to keep the Lord's commands, someone who is sympathetic with you, who will be sorry to see you fail.

13 And trust your own judgment; no one's advice is more reliable.