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

Sirach 8:17

Consult not with a fool; for he cannot keep counsel.

Parallel Translations

LXXView canonical →
Consult not with a fool; for he cannot keep counsel.
Brenton's Septuagint Translation
LXX2012View canonical →
Consult not with a fool; for he can’t keep counsel.
Septuagint in American English (2012)
WEBView canonical →
Don’t consult with a fool, for he will not be able to keep a secret.
World English Bible