Other Translations

King James Version (KJV)

He that tilleth his land shall have plenty of bread: but he that followeth after vain persons shall have poverty enough.

American Standard Version (ASV)

He that tilleth his land shall have plenty of bread; But he that followeth after vain `persons' shall have poverty enough.

Bible in Basic English (BBE)

By ploughing his land a man will have bread in full measure; but he who goes after good-for-nothing persons will be poor enough.

Darby English Bible (DBY)

He that tilleth his land shall be satisfied with bread; but he that followeth the worthless shall have poverty enough.

World English Bible (WEB)

One who works his land will have an abundance of food; But one who chases fantasies will have his fill of poverty.

Young's Literal Translation (YLT)

Whoso is tilling his ground is satisfied `with' bread, And whoso is pursuing vanity, Is filled `with' poverty.