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

Sirach 3:17

My son, go on with your business in meekness; so shall you be beloved of him that is approved.

Parallel Translations

LXXView canonical →
My son, go on with thy business in meekness; so shalt thou be beloved of him that is approved.
Brenton's Septuagint Translation
KJVView canonical →
My son, go on with thy business in meekness; so shalt thou be beloved of him that is approved.
King James Version
WEBView canonical →
My son, go on with your business in humility; so you will be loved by an acceptable man.
World English Bible