Other Translations

King James Version (KJV)

The fear of the LORD is the beginning of knowledge: but fools despise wisdom and instruction.

American Standard Version (ASV)

The fear of Jehovah is the beginning of knowledge; `But' the foolish despise wisdom and instruction.

Bible in Basic English (BBE)

The fear of the Lord is the start of knowledge: but the foolish have no use for wisdom and teaching.

Darby English Bible (DBY)

The fear of Jehovah is the beginning of knowledge: fools despise wisdom and instruction.

World English Bible (WEB)

The fear of Yahweh is the beginning of knowledge; But the foolish despise wisdom and instruction.

Young's Literal Translation (YLT)

Fear of Jehovah `is' a beginning of knowledge, Wisdom and instruction fools have despised!