Good News Translation
He studies the hidden meaning of proverbs and is able to discuss the obscure points of parables.

New Revised Standard Version
he seeks out the hidden meanings of proverbs and is at home with the obscurities of parables.

Contemporary English Version
even those parts that are difficult. And they look for the meaning hidden in a proverb.

New American Bible
He seeks out the hidden meaning of proverbs, and is busied with the enigmas found in parables.

Douay-Rheims Bible
He will search out the hidden meanings of proverbs, and will be conversant in the secrets of parables.

He will search out the hidden meanings of proverbs, and will be conversant in the secrets of parables.

Sirach 39:1
The wise man will seek out the wisdom of all the ancients, and will be occupied in the prophets.

Sirach 39:2
He will keep the sayings of renowned men, and will enter withal into the subtilties of parables.

Sirach 39:4
He shall serve among great men, and appear before the governor.

Sirach 39:5
He shall pass into strange countries: for he shall try good and evil among men.