Verse Comparison: Job 12:21
American Standard Version
He poureth contempt upon princes, And looseth the belt of the strong.
Amplified® Bible
He pours contempt on princes and loosens the belt of the strong [disabling them, bringing low the pride of the learned].
Contemporary English Version
puts mighty kings to shame, and takes away their power.
Darby English Version
He poureth contempt upon nobles, and slackeneth the girdle of the mighty;
Good News Bible
He disgraces those in power and puts an end to the strength of rulers.
King James Version
He poureth contempt upon princes, and weakeneth the strength of the mighty.
New American Standard Bible
"He pours contempt on nobles And loosens the belt of the strong.
New International Version
He pours contempt on nobles
and disarms the mighty.
New King James Version
He pours contempt on princes,
And disarms the mighty.
N.A.S.B. in E-Prime
"He pours contempt on nobles And loosens the belt of the strong.
Revised Standard Version
He pours contempt on princes, and looses the belt of the strong.
Young's Literal Translation
Pouring contempt upon princes, And the girdle of the mighty He made feeble.
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