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 5:1 - Revised Standard Version (RSV-CI)1 Do not set your heart on your wealth, nor say, “I have enough.” See the chapterMore versionsCommon English Bible1 Don’t be preoccupied with your money, and don’t say, “I’m self-sufficient.” See the chapterCatholic Public Domain Version1 Do not choose to seek iniquitous possessions, and you should not say: "I have all I need in life." For it will be of no benefit to you in the time of retribution and darkness. See the chapterDouay-Rheims version of The Bible - 1752 version1 SET not thy heart upon unjust possessions, and say not: I have enough to live on: for it shall be of no service in the time of vengeance and darkness. See the chapterGood News Translation (US Version)1 Don't rely on money to make you independent. See the chapterWorld English Bible - American English Edition - without Strong's Numbers1 Don’t set your heart upon your goods. Don’t say, “They are sufficient for me.” See the chapter |