Other Translations

King James Version (KJV)

As an earring of gold, and an ornament of fine gold, so is a wise reprover upon an obedient ear.

American Standard Version (ASV)

`As' an ear-ring of gold, and an ornament of fine gold, `So is' a wise reprover upon an obedient ear.

Bible in Basic English (BBE)

Like a nose-ring of gold and an ornament of the best gold, is a wise man who says sharp words to an ear ready to give attention.

Darby English Bible (DBY)

An ear-ring of gold, and an ornament of fine gold, is a wise reprover upon an attentive ear.

World English Bible (WEB)

As an ear-ring of gold, and an ornament of fine gold, So is a wise reprover to an obedient ear.

Young's Literal Translation (YLT)

A ring of gold, and an ornament of pure gold, `Is' the wise reprover to an attentive ear.