Wisdom 1:5 - Catholic Public Domain Version

For the holy spirit of instruction will flee from falsehood, and he will withdraw himself from thoughts that are without understanding, and he will not be reached when iniquity overcomes.

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Common English Bible

A holy, instructive spirit will flee deceit and leave when ignorant people start to plot. It is ashamed to be found in the presence of wrongdoing.

Douay-Rheims version of The Bible - 1752 version

For the Holy Spirit of discipline will flee from the deceitful, and will withdraw himself from thoughts that are without understanding, and he shall not abide when iniquity cometh in.

Good News Translation (US Version)

Everyone who is holy has learned to stay away from deceitful people. He will not stay around when foolish thoughts are being expressed; he will not feel comfortable when injustice is done.

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

For a holy spirit of discipline will flee deceit, and will depart from thoughts that are without understanding, and will be ashamed when unrighteousness has come in.

Contemporary English Version Interconfessional Edition

A pure mind and self-control won't let you be deceitful; you will reject foolish thoughts and hate injustice.

Good News Bible (Anglicised)

Everyone who is holy has learnt to stay away from deceitful people. He will not stay around when foolish thoughts are being expressed; he will not feel comfortable when injustice is done.

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