Other Translations

King James Version (KJV)

All this have I proved by wisdom: I said, I will be wise; but it was far from me.

American Standard Version (ASV)

All this have I proved in wisdom: I said, I will be wise; but it was far from me.

Bible in Basic English (BBE)

All this I have put to the test by wisdom; I said, I will be wise, but it was far from me.

Darby English Bible (DBY)

All this have I tried by wisdom: I said, I will be wise; but it was far from me.

World English Bible (WEB)

All this have I proved in wisdom. I said, "I will be wise;" but it was far from me.

Young's Literal Translation (YLT)

All this I have tried by wisdom; I have said, `I am wise,' and it `is' far from me.