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

Sirach 29:8

Yet have thou patience with a man in poor estate, and delay not to shew him mercy.

Parallel Translations

LXXView canonical →
Yet have thou patience with a man in poor estate, and delay not to shew him mercy.
Brenton's Septuagint Translation
LXX2012View canonical →
Yet have you patience with a man in poor estate, and delay not to show him mercy.
Septuagint in American English (2012)
WEBView canonical →
However be patient with a man in poor estate. Don’t keep him waiting for your alms.
World English Bible