Sirach 8:17-19

Good News Translation

¹⁷ You should not ask a stupid person for advice. He will not be able to keep secret what you tell him. ¹⁸ You should not do anything in front of a stranger that should be kept secret. There is no way of knowing what will happen if you do. ¹⁹ You should not reveal your most private thoughts to anyone. If you do, you may as well throw away any chance of happiness.^[a]