Other Translations

King James Version (KJV)

The way of life is above to the wise, that he may depart from hell beneath.

American Standard Version (ASV)

To the wise the way of life `goeth' upward, That he may depart from Sheol beneath.

Bible in Basic English (BBE)

Acting wisely is the way of life, guiding a man away from the underworld.

Darby English Bible (DBY)

The path of life is upwards for the wise, that he may depart from Sheol beneath.

World English Bible (WEB)

The path of life leads upward for the wise, To keep him from going downward to Sheol.

Young's Literal Translation (YLT)

A path of life `is' on high for the wise, To turn aside from Sheol beneath.