Proverbs 17:23-24

New King James Version

²³A wicked man accepts a bribe ^[a]behind the back
To pervert the ways of justice.

²⁴^(A)Wisdom is in the sight of him who has understanding,
But the eyes of a fool are on the ends of the earth.

Proverbs 17:23-24

New International Version

²³The wicked accept bribes^(A) in secret
to pervert the course of justice.^(B)

²⁴A discerning person keeps wisdom in view,
but a fool’s eyes^(C) wander to the ends of the earth.

New King James Version (NKJV)

New International Version (NIV)