This book is not inspired by God and is not part of the Christian canon or the Jewish Tanakh. It is shown only for historical and study purposes. View full explanation Sirach 20:27 - King James Version with Apocrypha - American Edition27 A wise man shall promote himself to honor with his words: and he that hath understanding will please great men. See the chapterMore versionsCommon English Bible27 Wise people distinguish themselves by their words, and prudent people will please the powerful. See the chapterCatholic Public Domain Version27 A thief is better than a man who constantly lies. But both of them will inherit perdition. See the chapterDouay-Rheims version of The Bible - 1752 version27 A thief is better than a man that is always lying: but both of them shall inherit destruction. See the chapterGood News Translation (US Version)27 Speak wisely, and you will get ahead in the world. Influential people appreciate good sense. See the chapterWorld English Bible - American English Edition - without Strong's Numbers27 He who is wise in words will advance himself. And one who is prudent will please great men. See the chapter |
Sirach 20:27
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