Verse Comparison: Proverbs 28:11
American Standard Version
The rich man is wise in his own conceit; But the poor that hath understanding searcheth him out.
Amplified® Bible
The rich man is wise in his own eyes {and} conceit, but the poor man who has understanding will find him out.
Contemporary English Version
The rich think highly of themselves, but anyone poor and sensible sees right through them.
Darby English Version
A rich man is wise in his own eyes; but the poor that hath understanding searcheth him out.
Good News Bible
Rich people always think they are wise, but a poor person who has insight into character knows better.
King James Version
The rich man is wise in his own conceit; but the poor that hath understanding searcheth him out.
New American Standard Bible
The rich man is wise in his own eyes, But the poor who has understanding sees through him.
New International Version
A rich man may be wise in his own eyes,
but a poor man who has discernment sees through him.
New King James Version
The rich man is wise in his own eyes,
But the poor who has understanding searches him out.
N.A.S.B. in E-Prime
The rich man considers himself wise in his own eyes, But the poor who has understanding sees through him.
Revised Standard Version
A rich man is wise in his own eyes, but a poor man who has understanding will find him out.
Young's Literal Translation
A rich man is wise in his own eyes, And the intelligent poor searcheth him.