Sirach 20:26 CPDV

²⁴  There is one who will lose his own soul because of pretense, and he will lose it by an example of imprudence. For by seeking the approval of another, he will destroy himself.

²⁵  There is one who, for the sake of what others think, makes a promise to a friend, and so he gains him as an enemy for no reason.

²⁶  A lie is a wicked disgrace to a man, and yet lies will be continually in the mouths of those without discipline.

²⁷  A thief is better than a man who constantly lies. But both of them will inherit perdition.

²⁸  The habits of lying men are without honor. And their shame is with them without ceasing.