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Listen to the words of the wise; apply your heart to my instruction.
Compare Versions
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,
King James Version
Bow down thine ear, and hear the words of the wise, and apply thine heart unto 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;
World English Bible
Turn your ear, and listen to the words of the wise. Apply your heart to my teaching.