Sirach 8:8-10

Revised Standard Version

⁸ Do not slight the discourse of the sages,
    but busy yourself with their maxims;
because from them you will gain instruction
    and learn how to serve great men.
⁹ Do not disregard the discourse of the aged,
    for they themselves learned from their fathers;
because from them you will gain understanding
    and learn how to give an answer in time of need.

¹⁰ Do not kindle the coals of a sinner,
    lest you be burned in his flaming fire.