Wisdom 6:21 - Revised Version with Apocrypha 1895

If therefore ye delight in thrones and sceptres, ye princes of peoples, Honour wisdom, that ye may reign for ever.

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Common English Bible

So if you, who take charge over peoples, want to keep enjoying the thrones and symbols of power that you presently possess, honor wisdom so that you may rule forever.

Catholic Public Domain Version

And so, the desire for wisdom leads to an everlasting kingdom.

Douay-Rheims version of The Bible - 1752 version

Therefore the desire of wisdom bringeth to the everlasting kingdom.

Good News Translation (US Version)

So then, you that rule the nations, if you value your thrones and symbols of authority, honor Wisdom so that you may rule forever.

World English Bible - American English Edition - without Strong's Numbers

If therefore you delight in thrones and sceptres, you princes of peoples, honor wisdom, that you may reign forever.

Contemporary English Version Interconfessional Edition

So if you want to rule for a long time, you must respect Wisdom.

Wisdom 6:21 Cross References