Verse (Click for Chapter) Berean Study BibleFor wisdom, like money, is a shelter, and the advantage of knowledge is that wisdom preserves the life of its owner. King James Bible For wisdom is a defence, and money is a defence: but the excellency of knowledge is, that wisdom giveth life to them that have it. American Standard Version For wisdom is a defence, even as money is a defence; but the excellency of knowledge is, that wisdom preserveth the life of him that hath it. Darby Bible Translation For wisdom is a defence [as] money is a defence; but the excellency of knowledge is, [that] wisdom maketh them that possess it to live. Douay-Rheims Bible For as wisdom is a defence, so money is a defence : but learning and wisdom excel in this, that they give life to him that possesseth them. English Revised Version For wisdom is a defence, even as money is a defence: but the excellency of knowledge is, that wisdom preserveth the life of him that hath it. Young's Literal Translation For wisdom is a defense, money is a defence, And the advantage of the knowledge of wisdom is, She reviveth her possessors. Links Ecclesiastes 7:12 Bible HubEcclesiastes 7:12 Bible Apps Ecclesiastes 7:12 Open Bible |