Ben Sira 4:20

20 Observe the right time, and beware of evil; and do not bring shame on yourself.

Ben Sira 4:20 In-Context

18 Then she will come straight back to him and gladden him, and will reveal her secrets to him.

19 If he goes astray she will forsake him, and hand him over to his ruin.

20 Observe the right time, and beware of evil; and do not bring shame on yourself.

21 For there is a shame which brings sin, and there is a shame which is glory and favor.

22 Do not show partiality, to your own harm, or deference, to your downfall.