Old Testament readings use the Septuagint , the Scripture the apostles quoted. Masoretic numbering shown for reference.Learn why
KJV

Sirach 11:31

For he lieth in wait, and turneth good into evil, and in things worthy praise will lay blame upon thee.

Parallel Translations

LXXView canonical →
for he lieth in wait, and turneth good into evil, and in things worthy praise will lay blame upon thee.
Brenton's Septuagint Translation
LXX2012View canonical →
For he lies in wait, and turns good into evil, and in things worthy praise will lay blame upon you.
Septuagint in American English (2012)
WEBView canonical →
For he lies in wait to turn things that are good into evil, and assigns blame in things that are praiseworthy.
World English Bible