Sirach 8:12-14

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¹²Do not lend to a man who is stronger than you;
but if you do lend anything, be as one who has lost it.
¹³Do not give surety beyond your means,
but if you give surety, be concerned as one who must pay.

¹⁴Do not go to law against a judge,
for the decision will favor him because of his standing.

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