Other Translations

King James Version (KJV)

(For the redemption of their soul is precious, and it ceaseth for ever:)

American Standard Version (ASV)

(For the redemption of their life is costly, And it faileth for ever;)

Bible in Basic English (BBE)

(Because it takes a great price to keep his soul from death, and man is not able to give it.)

Darby English Bible (DBY)

(For the redemption of their soul is costly, and must be given up for ever,)

Webster's Bible (WBT)

None of them can by any means redeem his brother, nor give to God a ransom for him:

World English Bible (WEB)

For the redemption of their life is costly, No payment is ever enough,

Young's Literal Translation (YLT)

And precious `is' the redemption of their soul, And it hath ceased -- to the age.