16 Don’t get in a fightwith hot-tempered people,and don’t travel through the desertwith them,because spilling blood is nothing to them,and where there’s no one to help,they will strike you down.
17 Don’t consult with fools,because they can’t keep a secret.
18 Don’t do anything in front of strangersthat should be kept hidden,for you don’t know what they will reveal.
19 Don’t open your heart to just anyone,and don’t accept a favor from just anyone.