Ecclesiastes 7:6-13 Contemporary English Version Anglicised (CEVUK00)

6. Foolish laughter is stupid.It sounds like thornscrackling in a fire.

7. Corruption makes foolsof sensible people,and bribes can ruin you.

8. Something completed is betterthan something just begun;patience is betterthan too much pride.

9. Only fools get angry quicklyand hold a grudge.

10. It isn't wise to ask,“Why is everything worsethan it used to be?”

11. Having wisdom is betterthan an inheritance.

12. Wisdom will protect youjust like money;knowledge with good sensewill lead you to life.

13. Think of what God has done!If God makes something crooked,can you make it straight?

Ecclesiastes 7