New American Bible, Revised Edition

Ben Sira 6:21-27 New American Bible, Revised Edition (NABRE)

21. She will be like a burdensome stone to them,and they will not delay in casting her aside.

22. For discipline is like her name,she is not accessible to many.

23. Listen, my child, and take my advice;do not refuse my counsel.

24. Put your feet into her fetters,and your neck under her yoke.

25. Bend your shoulders and carry herand do not be irked at her bonds.

26. With all your soul draw close to her;and with all your strength keep her ways.

27. Inquire and search, seek and find;when you get hold of her, do not let her go.