Proverbs 10:23 - Compare All Versions
Proverbs 10:23 MSG (The Message)
An empty-head thinks mischief is fun, but a mindful person relishes wisdom.
Proverbs 10:23 KJV (King James Version)
It is as sport to a fool to do mischief: But a man of understanding hath wisdom.
Proverbs 10:23 NASB1995 (New American Standard Bible - NASB 1995)
Doing wickedness is like sport to a fool, And so is wisdom to a man of understanding.
Proverbs 10:23 NCV (New Century Version)
A foolish person enjoys doing wrong, but a person with understanding enjoys doing what is wise.
Proverbs 10:23 ASV (American Standard Version)
It is as sport to a fool to do wickedness; And so is wisdom to a man of understanding.
Proverbs 10:23 NIV (New International Version)
A fool finds pleasure in wicked schemes, but a person of understanding delights in wisdom.
Proverbs 10:23 NKJV (New King James Version)
To do evil is like sport to a fool, But a man of understanding has wisdom.
Proverbs 10:23 AMP (Amplified Bible)
Engaging in evil is like sport to the fool [who refuses wisdom and chases sin], But to a man of understanding [skillful and godly] wisdom brings joy.
Proverbs 10:23 NLT (New Living Translation)
Doing wrong is fun for a fool, but living wisely brings pleasure to the sensible.
Proverbs 10:23 TPT (The Passion Translation)
The fool finds fun in planning to do wrong, but the wise delight in having discernment.
Proverbs 10:23 ESV (English Standard Version 2025)
Doing wrong is like a joke to a fool, but wisdom is pleasure to a man of understanding.