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 18:21 - Revised Standard Version (RSV-CI)21 Before falling ill, humble yourself, and when you are on the point of sinning, turn back. See the chapterMore versionsCommon English Bible21 Humble yourself before you get sick, and when you commit sins show a changed heart and mind. See the chapterCatholic Public Domain Version21 Before you become weak, humble yourself; and in a time of infirmity, show your way of life. See the chapterDouay-Rheims version of The Bible - 1752 version21 Humble thyself before thou art sick, and in the time of sickness shew thy conversation. See the chapterGood News Translation (US Version)21 Humble yourself before you are punished with sickness. When you have sinned, show repentance. See the chapterWorld English Bible - American English Edition - without Strong's Numbers21 Humble yourself before you get sick. In the time of sins, repent. See the chapter |