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

Sirach 31:6

Gold hath been the ruin of many, and their destruction was present.

Parallel Translations

LXXView canonical →
If they be not sent from the most High in thy visitation, set not thy heart upon them.
Brenton's Septuagint Translation
LXX2012View canonical →
Gold has been the ruin of many, and their destruction was present.
Septuagint in American English (2012)
WEBView canonical →
Many have been given over to ruin for the sake of gold. Their destruction meets them face to face.
World English Bible