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

Sirach 16:4

For by one that has understanding shall the city be replenished: but the kindred of the wicked shall speedily become desolate.

Parallel Translations

LXXView canonical →
For by one that hath understanding shall the city be replenished: but the kindred of the wicked shall speedily become desolate.
Brenton's Septuagint Translation
KJVView canonical →
For by one that hath understanding shall the city be replenished: but the kindred of the wicked shall speedily become desolate.
King James Version
WEBView canonical →
For from one who has understanding, a city will be populated, but a race of wicked men will be made desolate.
World English Bible