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

Sirach 9:18

A man of an ill tongue is dangerous in his city; and he that is rash in his talk shall be hated.

Parallel Translations

LXXView canonical →
A man of an ill tongue is dangerous in his city; and he that is rash in his talk shall be hated.
Brenton's Septuagint Translation
LXX2012View canonical →
A man of an ill tongue is dangerous in his city; and he that is rash in his talk shall be hated.
Septuagint in American English (2012)
WEBView canonical →
A loudmouthed man is dangerous in his city. He who is reckless in his speech will be hated.
World English Bible