Old Testament readings use the Septuagint , the Scripture the apostles quoted. Masoretic numbering shown for reference.Learn why
GNV1560

Sirach 10:28

Better is he that laboreth & hathe plenteousnes of all things , then he that is gorgeous, and wanteth bread.

Parallel Translations

LXXView canonical →
My son, glorify thy soul in meekness, and give it honour according to the dignity thereof.
Brenton's Septuagint Translation
LXX2012View canonical →
My son, glorify your soul in meekness, and give it honor according to the dignity thereof.
Septuagint in American English (2012)
KJVView canonical →
My son, glorify thy soul in meekness, and give it honour according to the dignity thereof.
King James Version
WEBView canonical →
My son, glorify your soul in humility, and ascribe to yourself honor according to your worthiness.
World English Bible