Other translations
New Catholic Bible
A brother and a helper are cherished in times of stress, but better than either is the aid provided by almsgiving.
New Revised Standard Version Catholic Edition
Kindred and helpers are for a time of trouble, but almsgiving rescues better than either.
Good News Translation®
Relatives and helpers are good to have in times of trouble, but it will be an even greater help if you have made a practice of giving to the poor.
Wycliffe Bible
Brethren into help in the time of tribulation comfort much; and (or but) mercy shall deliver more than they [or over them].
Revised Standard Version Catholic Edition
Brothers and help are for a time of trouble, but almsgiving rescues better than both.
New Revised Standard Version Updated Edition
Kindred and helpers are for a time of trouble, but almsgiving rescues better than either.
New Revised Standard Version, Anglicised Catholic Edition
Kindred and helpers are for a time of trouble, but almsgiving rescues better than either.
Common English Bible © 2011
Relatives and help in a time of distress are good, but acts of charity will rescue one better than both.
New American Bible (Revised Edition)
Relatives and helpers for times of stress; but better than either, charity that rescues.
Revised Standard Version
Brothers and help are for a time of trouble, but almsgiving rescues better than both.
New Revised Standard Version, Anglicised
Kindred and helpers are for a time of trouble, but almsgiving rescues better than either.