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

Sirach 36:24

He that gets a wife begins a possession, a help like to himself, and a pillar of rest.

Parallel Translations

LXXView canonical →
As the palate tasteth divers kinds of venison: so doth an heart of understanding false speeches.
Brenton's Septuagint Translation
KJVView canonical →
He that getteth a wife beginneth a possession, a help like unto himself, and a pillar of rest.
King James Version
WEBView canonical →
He who gets a wife gets his richest treasure, a help meet for him and a pillar of support.
World English Bible