Good News Translation
I received Wisdom as soon as I began listening for her, and I have been rewarded with great knowledge.

New Revised Standard Version
I inclined my ear a little and received her, and I found for myself much instruction.

Contemporary English Version
When I listened even a little to what she said, I learned many things.

New American Bible
In the short time I paid heed, I met with great instruction.

Douay-Rheims Bible
And thou hast saved me from destruction, and hast delivered me from the evil time.

And thou hast saved me from destruction, and hast delivered me from the evil time.

Sirach 51:14
I called upon the Lord, the father of my Lord, that he would not leave me in the day of my trouble, and in the time of the proud without help.

Sirach 51:15
I will praise thy name continually, and will praise it with thanksgiving, and my prayer was heard.

Sirach 51:17
Therefore I will give thanks, and praise thee, and bless the name of the Lord.

Sirach 51:18
When I was yet young, before I wandered about, I sought for wisdom openly in my prayer.