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 51:18 - Revised Version with Apocrypha 189518 For I purposed to practise her, And I was zealous for that which is good; And I shall never be put to shame. See the chapterMore versionsCommon English Bible18 I made up my mind to put Wisdom into practice; I sought the good, and I will never be ashamed. See the chapterCatholic Public Domain Version18 When I was still young, before I wandered astray, I sought wisdom openly in my prayer. See the chapterDouay-Rheims version of The Bible - 1752 version18 When I was yet young, before I wandered about, I sought for wisdom openly in my prayer. See the chapterGood News Translation (US Version)18 I was determined to live wisely and was devoted to the cause of goodness. I have no regrets. See the chapterWorld English Bible - American English Edition - without Strong's Numbers18 For I determined to practice her. I was zealous for that which is good. I will never be put to shame. See the chapter |