Ecclesiastes 10:10

Share

Ecclesiastes 10:10 King James Version (KJV)

If the iron be blunt, and he do not whet the edge, then must he put to more strength: but wisdom is profitable to direct.

Ecclesiastes 10:10 The Message (MSG)

Remember: The duller the ax the harder the work; Use your head: The more brains, the less muscle.

Ecclesiastes 10:10 New American Standard Bible - NASB 1995 (NASB1995)

If the axe is dull and he does not sharpen its edge, then he must exert more strength. Wisdom has the advantage of giving success.

Ecclesiastes 10:10 New Century Version (NCV)

A dull ax means harder work. Being wise will make it easier.

Ecclesiastes 10:10 American Standard Version (ASV)

If the iron be blunt, and one do not whet the edge, then must he put to more strength: but wisdom is profitable to direct.

Ecclesiastes 10:10 New International Version (NIV)

If the ax is dull and its edge unsharpened, more strength is needed, but skill will bring success.

Ecclesiastes 10:10 New King James Version (NKJV)

If the ax is dull, And one does not sharpen the edge, Then he must use more strength; But wisdom brings success.

Ecclesiastes 10:10 Amplified Bible (AMP)

If the axe is dull and he does not sharpen its edge, then he must exert more strength; but wisdom [to sharpen the axe] helps him succeed [with less effort].

Ecclesiastes 10:10 New Living Translation (NLT)

Using a dull ax requires great strength, so sharpen the blade. That’s the value of wisdom; it helps you succeed.

Ecclesiastes 10:10 English Standard Version Revision 2016 (ESV)

If the iron is blunt, and one does not sharpen the edge, he must use more strength, but wisdom helps one to succeed.