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Be wise, my son, and make my heart glad, So that I may reply to one who taunts me.
Compare Versions
American Standard Version
My son, be wise, and make my heart glad, That I may answer him that reproacheth me.
Christian Standard Bible
Be wise, my son, and bring my heart joy, so that I can answer anyone who taunts me.
English Standard Version
Be wise, my son, and make my heart glad, that I may answer him who reproaches me.
King James Version
My son, be wise, and make my heart glad, that I may answer him that reproacheth me.
New International Version
Be wise, my son, and bring joy to my heart; then I can answer anyone who treats me with contempt.
New King James Version
My son, be wise, and make my heart glad, That I may answer him who reproaches me.
New Living Translation
Be wise, my child, and make my heart glad. Then I will be able to answer my critics.
World English Bible
Be wise, my son, and bring joy to my heart, then I can answer my tormentor.