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

Sirach 19:28

And if for lack of power he be hindered from sinning, yet when he finds opportunity he will do evil.

Parallel Translations

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And if for want of power he be hindered from sinning, yet when he findeth opportunity he will do evil.
Brenton's Septuagint Translation
KJVView canonical →
And if for want of power he be hindered from sinning, yet when he findeth opportunity he will do evil.
King James Version
WEBView canonical →
And if for lack of power he is hindered from sinning, if he finds opportunity, he will do mischief.
World English Bible