Ben Sira 11:7

7 Do not find fault before you investigate; examine first, and then criticize.

Ben Sira 11:7 In-Context

5 Many kings have had to sit on the ground, but one who was never thought of has worn a crown.

6 Many rulers have been utterly disgraced, and the honored have been handed over to others.

7 Do not find fault before you investigate; examine first, and then criticize.

8 Do not answer before you listen, and do not interrupt when another is speaking.

9 Do not argue about a matter that does not concern you, and do not sit with sinners when they judge a case.