Old Testament readings use the Septuagint , the Scripture the apostles quoted. Masoretic numbering shown for reference.Learn why
LXX2012

Sirach 12:17

If adversity come upon you, you shall find him there first; and though he pretend to help you, yet shall he undermine you.

Parallel Translations

LXXView canonical →
If adversity come upon thee, thou shalt find him there first; and though he pretend to help thee, yet shall he undermine thee.
Brenton's Septuagint Translation
KJVView canonical →
If adversity come upon thee, thou shalt find him there first; and though he pretend to help thee, yet shall he undermine thee.
King James Version
WEBView canonical →
If adversity meets you, you will find him there before you. Pretending to help you, he will trip you.
World English Bible