Ecclesiastes 9:17
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King James Version (modern wording)
The words of wise men are heard in quiet more than the cry of him that rules among fools.
Ecclesiastes 9:17 (KJV)
American Standard Version
The words of the wise heard in quiet are better than the cry of him that ruleth among fools.
Ecclesiastes 9:17 (ASV)
Berean Standard Bible
The calm words of the wise are heeded over the shouts of a ruler among fools.
Ecclesiastes 9:17 (BSB)
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What does Ecclesiastes 9:17 say?
Ecclesiastes 9:17 in modern King James wording reads: "The words of wise men are heard in quiet more than the cry of him that rules among fools."
Where is Ecclesiastes 9:17 found in the Bible?
Ecclesiastes 9:17 is verse 17 of chapter 9 of the book of Ecclesiastes, in the Old Testament. Ecclesiastes has 12 chapters.
Which translations of Ecclesiastes 9:17 can I read here?
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