Ecclesiastes 9:17-18
New Revised Standard Version Updated Edition
17 The quiet words of the wise are more to be heeded
than the shouting of a ruler among fools.(A)
18 Wisdom is better than weapons of war,
but one bungler destroys much good.(B)
Ecclesiastes 9:17-18
New International Version
17 The quiet words of the wise are more to be heeded
than the shouts of a ruler of fools.
18 Wisdom(A) is better than weapons of war,
but one sinner destroys much good.
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