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Proverbs 22:17

King James Version

17 Bow down thine ear, and hear the words of the wise, and apply thine heart unto my knowledge.

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American Standard Version

Incline thine ear, and hear the words of the wise, And apply thy heart unto my knowledge.

Christian Standard Bible

Listen closely, pay attention to the words of the wise, and apply your mind to my knowledge.

English Standard Version

Incline your ear, and hear the words of the wise, and apply your heart to my knowledge,

New American Standard Bible

Extend your ear and hear the words of the wise, And apply your mind to my knowledge;

New International Version

Pay attention and turn your ear to the sayings of the wise; apply your heart to what I teach,

New King James Version

Incline your ear and hear the words of the wise, And apply your heart to my knowledge;

New Living Translation

Listen to the words of the wise; apply your heart to my instruction.

World English Bible

Turn your ear, and listen to the words of the wise. Apply your heart to my teaching.