Other Translations

King James Version (KJV)

For I know not to give flattering titles; in so doing my maker would soon take me away.

American Standard Version (ASV)

For I know not to give flattering titles; `Else' would my Maker soon take me away.

Bible in Basic English (BBE)

For I am not able to give names of honour to any man; and if I did, my Maker would quickly take me away.

Darby English Bible (DBY)

For I know not how to flatter; my Maker would soon take me away.

Webster's Bible (WBT)

For I know not to give flattering titles; in so doing, my Maker would soon take me away.

World English Bible (WEB)

For I don't know how to give flattering titles; Or else my Maker would soon take me away.

Young's Literal Translation (YLT)

For I have not known to give flattering titles, In a little doth my Maker take me away.