Other Translations

King James Version (KJV)

The ransom of a man's life are his riches: but the poor heareth not rebuke.

American Standard Version (ASV)

The ransom of a man's life is his riches; But the poor heareth no threatening.

Bible in Basic English (BBE)

A man will give his wealth in exchange for his life; but the poor will not give ear to sharp words.

Darby English Bible (DBY)

The ransom of a man's life is his riches; but the indigent heareth not rebuke.

World English Bible (WEB)

The ransom of a man's life is his riches, But the poor hear no threats.

Young's Literal Translation (YLT)

The ransom of a man's life `are' his riches, And the poor hath not heard rebuke.