Other Translations

King James Version (KJV)

If a wise man contendeth with a foolish man, whether he rage or laugh, there is no rest.

American Standard Version (ASV)

If a wise man hath a controversy with a foolish man, Whether he be angry or laugh, there will be no rest.

Bible in Basic English (BBE)

If a wise man goes to law with a foolish man, he may be angry or laughing, but there will be no rest.

Darby English Bible (DBY)

If a wise man contendeth with a fool, whether he rage or laugh, [he] hath no rest.

World English Bible (WEB)

If a wise man goes to court with a foolish man, The fool rages or scoffs, and there is no peace.

Young's Literal Translation (YLT)

A wise man is judged by the foolish man, And he hath been angry, And he hath laughed, and there is no rest.