I do not sit with worthless men, nor with hypocrites do I mingle.
If I have walked in falsehood and my foot has hastened to deceit,
Blessed is the man who does not walk in the counsel of the wicked, Nor stand in the way of sinners, nor sit in company with scoffers.
May the devious heart keep far from me; the wicked I will not acknowledge.
Depart from me, you wicked, that I may keep the commandments of my God.
I am the friend of all who fear you, of all who observe your precepts.
Those who till their own land have food in plenty, but those who engage in idle pursuits lack sense.
Walk with the wise and you become wise, but the companion of fools fares badly.
Forsake foolishness that you may live; advance in the way of understanding.”
I did not sit celebrating in the circle of merrymakers; Under the weight of your hand I sat alone because you filled me with rage.
Do not be led astray: “Bad company corrupts good morals.”
Therefore, come forth from them and be separate,” says the Lord, “and touch nothing unclean; then I will receive you