Old Testament readings use the Septuagint , the Scripture the apostles quoted. Masoretic numbering shown for reference.Learn why
LXX2012

Sirach 1:20

The root of wisdom is to fear the Lord, and the branches thereof are long life.

Parallel Translations

LXXView canonical →
The root of wisdom is to fear the Lord, and the branches thereof are long life.
Brenton's Septuagint Translation
KJVView canonical →
The root of wisdom is to fear the Lord, and the branches thereof are long life.
King James Version
WEBView canonical →
To fear the Lord is the root of wisdom. Her branches are length of days.
World English Bible