Other Translations

King James Version (KJV)

Whoso loveth wisdom rejoiceth his father: but he that keepeth company with harlots spendeth his substance.

American Standard Version (ASV)

Whoso loveth wisdom rejoiceth his father; But he that keepeth company with harlots wasteth `his' substance.

Bible in Basic English (BBE)

A man who is a lover of wisdom is a joy to his father: but he who goes in the company of loose women is a waster of wealth.

Darby English Bible (DBY)

Whoso loveth wisdom rejoiceth his father; but he that is a companion of harlots destroyeth [his] substance.

World English Bible (WEB)

Whoever loves wisdom brings joy to his father; But a companion of prostitutes squanders his wealth.

Young's Literal Translation (YLT)

A man loving wisdom rejoiceth his father, And a friend of harlots destroyeth wealth.