Ecclesiastes 10:10 - Compare All Versions

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

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.

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.

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

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.

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

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

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].

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

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