Old Testament readings use the Septuagint , the Scripture the apostles quoted. Masoretic numbering shown for reference.Learn why
KJV

Sirach 21:14

The inner parts of a fool are like a broken vessel, and he will hold no knowledge as long as he liveth.

Parallel Translations

LXXView canonical →
The inner parts of a fool are like a broken vessel, and he will hold no knowledge as long as he liveth.
Brenton's Septuagint Translation
LXX2012View canonical →
The inner parts of a fool are like a broken vessel, and he will hold no knowledge as long as he lives.
Septuagint in American English (2012)
WEBView canonical →
The inward parts of a fool are like a broken vessel. He will hold no knowledge.
World English Bible