Sirach 18:23 - Revised Standard Version (RSV-CI)

²³ Before making a vow, prepare yourself; and do not be like a man who tempts the Lord.

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Common English Bible

²³ Prepare yourself before making a solemn promise, and don’t be like someone who tests the Lord.

Catholic Public Domain Version

²³ Before you pray, prepare your soul. And do not choose to be like a man who tempts God.

Douay-Rheims version of The Bible - 1752 version

²³ Before prayer prepare thy soul: and be not as a man that tempteth God.

Good News Translation (US Version)

²³ But before you make such a promise, be prepared to keep it. Don't try to test the Lord's patience.

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

²³ Before you make a vow, prepare yourself. Don’t be like a man who tests the Lord.

Sirach 18:23 Cross References