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The sluggard is wiser in his own eyes than seven men who answer with discretion.
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American Standard Version
The sluggard is wiser in his own conceit Than seven men that can render a reason.
Christian Standard Bible
In his own eyes, a slacker is wiser than seven who can answer sensibly.
English Standard Version
The sluggard is wiser in his own eyes than seven men who can answer sensibly.
King James Version
The sluggard is wiser in his own conceit than seven men that can render a reason.
New American Standard Bible
A lazy one is wiser in his own eyes Than seven people who can give a discreet answer.
New International Version
A sluggard is wiser in his own eyes than seven people who answer discreetly.
New King James Version
The lazy man is wiser in his own eyes Than seven men who can answer sensibly.
New Living Translation
Lazy people consider themselves smarter than seven wise counselors.