Proverbs 2:6

Translations

King James Version (KJV)

For the LORD gives wisdom: out of his mouth comes knowledge and understanding.

American King James Version (AKJV)

For the LORD gives wisdom: out of his mouth comes knowledge and understanding.

American Standard Version (ASV)

For Jehovah giveth wisdom; Out of his mouth cometh knowledge and understanding:

Basic English Translation (BBE)

For the Lord gives wisdom; out of his mouth come knowledge and reason:

Webster's Revision

For the LORD giveth wisdom: out of his mouth cometh knowledge and understanding.

World English Bible

For Yahweh gives wisdom. Out of his mouth comes knowledge and understanding.

English Revised Version (ERV)

For the LORD giveth wisdom; out of his mouth cometh knowledge and understanding:

Barnes's Proverbs 2:6 Bible Commentary

People do not gain wisdom by any efforts of their own, but God gives it according to the laws of His own goodness.