Sirach 4:23 - King James Version with Apocrypha - American Edition

²³ And refrain not to speak, when there is occasion to do good, and hide not thy wisdom in her beauty.

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Common English Bible

²³ Don’t keep from speaking in a time of need,

Catholic Public Domain Version

²³ Son, be continually observant, and keep away from evil.

Douay-Rheims version of The Bible - 1752 version

²³ Son, observe the time, and fly from evil.

Good News Translation (US Version)

²³ Never hesitate to speak out when the occasion calls for it. Don't hide your wisdom.

World English Bible - American English Edition - without Strong's Numbers

²³ Don’t refrain from speaking when it is for safety. Don’t hide your wisdom for the sake of seeming fair.

Sirach 4:23 Cross References