Ecclesiastes 7:12
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King James Version (modern wording)
For wisdom is a defence, and money is a defence: but the excellency of knowledge is, that wisdom gives life to them that have it.
Ecclesiastes 7:12 (KJV)
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.
Ecclesiastes 7:12 (ASV)
Berean Standard Bible
For wisdom, like money, is a shelter, and the advantage of knowledge is that wisdom preserves the life of its owner.
Ecclesiastes 7:12 (BSB)
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What does Ecclesiastes 7:12 say?
Ecclesiastes 7:12 in modern King James wording reads: "For wisdom is a defence, and money is a defence: but the excellency of knowledge is, that wisdom gives life to them that have it."
Where is Ecclesiastes 7:12 found in the Bible?
Ecclesiastes 7:12 is verse 12 of chapter 7 of the book of Ecclesiastes, in the Old Testament. Ecclesiastes has 12 chapters.
Which translations of Ecclesiastes 7:12 can I read here?
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