Verse Comparison: Proverbs 18:15
American Standard Version
The heart of the prudent getteth knowledge; And the ear of the wise seeketh knowledge.
Amplified® Bible
The mind of the prudent is ever getting knowledge, and the ear of the wise is ever seeking (inquiring for and craving) knowledge.
Contemporary English Version
Everyone with good sense wants to learn.
Darby English Version
The heart of an intelligent [man] getteth knowledge, and the ear of the wise seeketh knowledge.
Good News Bible
Intelligent people are always eager and ready to learn.
King James Version
The heart of the prudent getteth knowledge; and the ear of the wise seeketh knowledge.
New American Standard Bible
The mind of the prudent acquires knowledge, And the ear of the wise seeks knowledge.
New International Version
The heart of the discerning acquires knowledge;
the ears of the wise seek it out.
New King James Version
The heart of the prudent acquires knowledge,
And the ear of the wise seeks knowledge.
N.A.S.B. in E-Prime
The mind of the prudent acquires knowledge, And the ear of the wise seeks knowledge.
Revised Standard Version
An intelligent mind acquires knowledge, and the ear of the wise seeks knowledge.
Young's Literal Translation
The heart of the intelligent getteth knowledge, And the ear of the wise seeketh knowledge.
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