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

Sirach 8:12

Lend not unto him that is mightier than thyself; for if thou lendest him, count it but lost.

Parallel Translations

LXX2012View canonical →
Lend not to him that is mightier than yourself; for if you lend him, count it but lost.
Septuagint in American English (2012)
KJVView canonical →
Lend not unto him that is mightier than thyself; for if thou lendest him, count it but lost.
King James Version
WEBView canonical →
Don’t lend to a man who is stronger than you; and if you lend, count it as a loss.
World English Bible