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

Sirach 21:8

He that buildeth his house with other men’s money is like one that gathereth himself stones for the tomb of his burial.

Parallel Translations

LXXView canonical →
He that buildeth his house with other men's money is like one that gathereth himself stones for the tomb of his burial.
Brenton's Septuagint Translation
LXX2012View canonical →
He that builds his house with other men's money is like one that gathers himself stones for the tomb of his burial.
Septuagint in American English (2012)
WEBView canonical →
He who builds his house with other men’s money is like one who gathers stones for his own tomb.
World English Bible