Sirach 8:15-17

Good News Translation

¹⁵ You should not travel with anyone who is reckless. It will cause you nothing but trouble. He will do any foolish thing he pleases, and you will die with him.

¹⁶ You should not get into an argument with anyone who has a hot temper or go to some place where the two of you will be alone. Violence means nothing to such a person, and he will attack you when there is no one to help you. ¹⁷ You should not ask a stupid person for advice. He will not be able to keep secret what you tell him.