Know the Text⌕

Reading as Seek: to learn Scripture and its teachings. Same facts, warmer framing.

Read›Sirach (Ecclesiasticus)›Chapter 33

Sirach (Ecclesiasticus) 33:25

In 3 translations

KJV
If thou set thy servant to labour, thou shalt find rest: but if thou let him go idle, he shall seek liberty.
WEB
Fodder, a stick, and burdens are for a donkey. Bread, discipline, and work are for a servant.
DRC
Fodder, and a wand, and a burden are for an ass: bread, and correction, and work for a slave.

Report a problem

Found something wrong, unsourced or unfair? Tell us; every report is read. Please don’t include personal information.

↑