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

Sirach 7:14

Use not many words in a multitude of elders, and make not much babbling when thou prayest.

Parallel Translations

LXX2012View canonical →
Use not many words in a multitude of elders, and make not much babbling when you pray.
Septuagint in American English (2012)
KJVView canonical →
Use not many words in a multitude of elders, and make not much babbling when thou prayest.
King James Version
WEBView canonical →
Don’t babble in the assembly of elders. Don’t repeat your words in your prayer.
World English Bible