Verse Comparison: Job 18:2
American Standard Version
How long will ye hunt for words? Consider, and afterwards we will speak.
Amplified® Bible
How long will you lay snares for words {and} have to hunt for your argument? Do some clear thinking, and then we will reply.
Contemporary English Version
How long will you talk? Be sensible! Let us speak.
Darby English Version
How long will ye hunt for words? Be intelligent, and then we will speak.
Good News Bible
(SEE 18:1)
King James Version
How long will it be ere ye make an end of words? mark, and afterwards we will speak.
New American Standard Bible
"How long will you hunt for words? Show understanding and then we can talk.
New International Version
"When will you end these speeches?
Be sensible, and then we can talk.
New King James Version
“How long till you put an end to words?
Gain understanding, and afterward we will speak.
N.A.S.B. in E-Prime
"How long will you hunt for words? Show understanding and then we can talk.
Revised Standard Version
"How long will you hunt for words? Consider, and then we will speak.
Young's Literal Translation
When do ye set an end to words? Consider ye, and afterwards do we speak.
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