Beware of a counsellor, and know before what need he hath; for he will counsel for himself; lest he cast the lot upon thee,
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Sirach 37:8
Euerie counseler praiseth his owne counsel: but there is some that counseleth for him self.
Parallel Translations
Beware of a counsellor, and know before what need he has; for he will counsel for himself; lest he cast the lot upon you,
Beware of a counsellor, and know before what need he hath; for he will counsel for himself; lest he cast the lot upon thee,
Let your soul beware of a counselor, and know in advance what is his interest (for he will take counsel for himself), lest he cast the lot against you,