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“ Men listened to me and waited, And kept silence for my counsel.
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American Standard Version
Unto me men gave ear, and waited, And kept silence for my counsel.
Christian Standard Bible
Men listened to me with expectation, waiting silently for my advice.
English Standard Version
“Men listened to me and waited and kept silence for my counsel.
King James Version
Unto me men gave ear, and waited, and kept silence at my counsel.
New American Standard Bible
“To me they listened and waited, And they kept silent for my advice.
New International Version
“People listened to me expectantly, waiting in silence for my counsel.
New Living Translation
“Everyone listened to my advice. They were silent as they waited for me to speak.
World English Bible
“Men listened to me, waited, and kept silence for my counsel.