5 There is a companion who commiserates with a friend for the sake of the stomach, but he will shield himself from the enemy.
6 You should not forget your friend in your soul, and you should not be unmindful of him in your wealth.
7 Do not choose to consult with someone who waits in ambush for you. And hide your counsel from those who rival you.
8 Every counselor offers advice, but some are counselors only for themselves.
9 Guard your soul from a counselor. And know beforehand what his interests are. For he will form thoughts from his own soul.
10 Otherwise, he may set a signpost in the ground, and he may say to you:
11 "Your own way is good." But then he will stand at a distance to see what befalls you.