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 3:31 - King James Version with Apocrypha - American Edition31 And he that requiteth good turns is mindful of that which may come hereafter; and when he falleth, he shall find a stay. See the chapterMore versionsCommon English Bible31 Those who repay favors consider the future, and at the moment when they fall, they will find support. See the chapterCatholic Public Domain Version31 The heart of the wise is understood by wisdom, and a good ear will listen to wisdom with all its desire. See the chapterDouay-Rheims version of The Bible - 1752 version31 The heart of the wise is understood in wisdom, and a good ear will hear wisdom with all desire. See the chapterGood News Translation (US Version)31 Anyone who responds to others with acts of kindness is thinking of the future, because he will find help if he ever falls on hard times. See the chapterWorld English Bible - American English Edition - without Strong's Numbers31 He who repays good turns is mindful of that which comes afterward. In the time of his falling he will find a support. See the chapter |