New American Bible, Revised Edition

Ben Sira 16:1-3 New American Bible, Revised Edition (NABRE)

1. Do not yearn for worthless children,or rejoice in wicked offspring.

2. Even if they be many, do not rejoice in themif they do not have fear of the Lord.

3. Do not count on long life for them,or have any hope for their future.For one can be better than a thousand;rather die childless than have impious children!