Ben Sira 6:4

4 Evil desire will destroy you and make you a joke to your enemies.

Ben Sira 6:4 In-Context

2 Do not let your passions carry you away; this can tear your soul to pieces like a bull.

3 You will be left like a dead tree without any leaves or fruit.

4 Evil desire will destroy you and make you a joke to your enemies.

5 If you are polite and courteous, you will enjoy the friendship of many people.

6 Exchange greetings with many, but take advice from only one person out of a thousand.