Other Translations

King James Version (KJV)

Wisdom is before him that hath understanding; but the eyes of a fool are in the ends of the earth.

American Standard Version (ASV)

Wisdom is before the face of him that hath understanding; But the eyes of a fool are in the ends of the earth.

Bible in Basic English (BBE)

Wisdom is before the face of him who has sense; but the eyes of the foolish are on the ends of the earth.

Darby English Bible (DBY)

Wisdom is before him that hath understanding; but the eyes of a fool are in the ends of the earth.

World English Bible (WEB)

Wisdom is before the face of one who has understanding, But the eyes of a fool wander to the ends of the earth.

Young's Literal Translation (YLT)

The face of the intelligent `is' to wisdom, And the eyes of a fool -- at the end of the earth.