Old Testament readings use the Septuagint , the Scripture the apostles quoted. Masoretic numbering shown for reference.Learn why
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Sirach 21:16

The talking of a foole is like a burden in the way, but there is comelines in the talke of a wise man.

Parallel Translations

LXXView canonical →
The talking of a fool is like a burden in the way: but grace shall be found in the lips of the wise.
Brenton's Septuagint Translation
LXX2012View canonical →
The talking of a fool is like a burden in the way: but grace shall be found in the lips of the wise.
Septuagint in American English (2012)
KJVView canonical →
The talking of a fool is like a burden in the way: but grace shall be found in the lips of the wise.
King James Version
WEBView canonical →
The chatter of a fool is like a burden in the way, but grace will be found on the lips of the wise.
World English Bible