New International Version
Be wise, my son, and bring joy to my heart; then I can answer anyone who treats me with contempt.

American Standard Version
My son, be wise, and make my heart glad, That I may answer him that reproacheth me.

Berean Study Bible
Be wise, my son, and bring joy to my heart, so that I can answer him who taunts me.

Douay-Rheims Bible
Study wisdom, my son, and make my heart joyful, that thou mayst give an answer to him that reproacheth.

English Revised Version
My son, be wise, and make my heart glad, that I may answer him that reproacheth me.

King James Bible
My son, be wise, and make my heart glad, that I may answer him that reproacheth me.

World English Bible
Be wise, my son, and bring joy to my heart, then I can answer my tormentor.

Young's Literal Translation
Be wise, my son, and rejoice my heart. And I return my reproacher a word.

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