Other Translations

King James Version (KJV)

For the wisdom of this world is foolishness with God. For it is written, He taketh the wise in their own craftiness.

American Standard Version (ASV)

For the wisdom of this world is foolishness with God. For it is written, He that taketh the wise in their craftiness:

Bible in Basic English (BBE)

For the wisdom of this world is foolish before God. As it is said in the holy Writings, He who takes the wise in their secret designs:

Darby English Bible (DBY)

For the wisdom of this world is foolishness with God; for it is written, He who takes the wise in their craftiness.

World English Bible (WEB)

For the wisdom of this world is foolishness with God. For it is written, "He has taken the wise in their craftiness."

Young's Literal Translation (YLT)

for the wisdom of this world is foolishness with God, for it hath been written, `Who is taking the wise in their craftiness;'