Verse Comparison: Proverbs 7:4
American Standard Version
Say unto wisdom, Thou art my sister; And call understanding `thy' kinswoman:
Amplified® Bible
Say to skillful {and} godly Wisdom, You are my sister, and regard understanding {or} insight as your intimate friend--
Contemporary English Version
Let wisdom be your sister and make common sense your closest friend.
Darby English Version
Say unto wisdom, Thou art my sister, and call intelligence [thy] kinswoman:
Good News Bible
Treat wisdom as your sister, and insight as your closest friend.
King James Version
Say unto wisdom, Thou art my sister; and call understanding thy kinswoman:
New American Standard Bible
Say to wisdom, "You are my sister, And call understanding {your} intimate friend;"
New International Version
Say to wisdom, "You are my sister,"
and call understanding your kinsman;
New King James Version
Say to wisdom, “You are my sister,”
And call understanding your nearest kin,
N.A.S.B. in E-Prime
Say to wisdom, "I consider you my sister," And call understanding your intimate friend;
Revised Standard Version
Say to wisdom, "You are my sister," and call insight your intimate friend;
Young's Literal Translation
Say to wisdom, `My sister Thou `art'.' And cry to understanding, `Kinswoman!'