Proverbs 18:15-16
Proverbs 18:15-16 The Message (MSG)
Wise men and women are always learning, always listening for fresh insights. A gift gets attention; it buys the attention of eminent people.
Proverbs 18:15-16 King James Version (KJV)
The heart of the prudent getteth knowledge; And the ear of the wise seeketh knowledge. A man's gift maketh room for him, And bringeth him before great men.
Proverbs 18:15-16 New American Standard Bible - NASB 1995 (NASB1995)
The mind of the prudent acquires knowledge, And the ear of the wise seeks knowledge. A man’s gift makes room for him And brings him before great men.
Proverbs 18:15-16 New Century Version (NCV)
The mind of a person with understanding gets knowledge; the wise person listens to learn more. Taking gifts to important people will help get you in to see them.
Proverbs 18:15-16 American Standard Version (ASV)
The heart of the prudent getteth knowledge; And the ear of the wise seeketh knowledge. A man’s gift maketh room for him, And bringeth him before great men.
Proverbs 18:15-16 New International Version (NIV)
The heart of the discerning acquires knowledge, for the ears of the wise seek it out. A gift opens the way and ushers the giver into the presence of the great.
Proverbs 18:15-16 New King James Version (NKJV)
The heart of the prudent acquires knowledge, And the ear of the wise seeks knowledge. A man’s gift makes room for him, And brings him before great men.
Proverbs 18:15-16 Amplified Bible (AMP)
The mind of the prudent [always] acquires knowledge, And the ear of the wise [always] seeks knowledge. A man’s gift [given in love or courtesy] makes room for him And brings him before great men.
Proverbs 18:15-16 New Living Translation (NLT)
Intelligent people are always ready to learn. Their ears are open for knowledge. Giving a gift can open doors; it gives access to important people!