New American Bible, Revised Edition

Ben Sira 32:15-24 New American Bible, Revised Edition (NABRE)

15. Whoever seeks the law will master it,but the hypocrite will be ensnared by it.

16. Whoever fears the Lord will understand what is right,and out of obscurity he will draw forth a course of action.

17. The lawless turn aside warningsand distort the law to suit their purpose.

18. The sensible will not neglect direction;the proud and insolent are deterred by no fear.

19. Do nothing without deliberation;then once you have acted, have no regrets.

20. Do not go on a way set with snares,and do not stumble on the same thing twice.

21. Do not trust the road, because of bandits;

22. be careful on your paths.

23. Whatever you do, be on your guard,for whoever does so keeps the commandments.

24. Whoever keeps the law preserves himself;and whoever trusts in the Lord shall not be put to shame.