New American Bible, Revised Edition

Ben Sira 34:8-15 New American Bible, Revised Edition (NABRE)

8. Without such deceptions the Law will be fulfilled,and in the mouth of the faithful is complete wisdom.

9. A much-traveled person knows many things;and one with much experience speaks sense.

10. An inexperienced person knows little,

11. whereas with travel one adds to resourcefulness.

12. I have seen much in my travels,and learned more than I could ever say.

13. Often I was in danger of death,but by these experiences I was saved.

14. Living is the spirit of those who fear the Lord,

15. for their hope is in their savior.