Other translations
New Catholic Bible
The wise man is cautious in every respect; during sinful times he is on his guard against wrongdoing.
New Revised Standard Version Catholic Edition
One who is wise is cautious in everything; when sin is all around, one guards against wrongdoing.
Good News Translation®
If you are wise, you will be careful in everything you do. When sin is all around you, be especially careful that you do not become guilty.
Wycliffe Bible
A wise man shall dread in all things; and in the days of trespasses he shall flee from uncunning (or unknowing), either sloth.
Revised Standard Version Catholic Edition
A wise man is cautious in everything, and in days of sin he guards against wrongdoing.
New Revised Standard Version Updated Edition
One who is wise is cautious in everything; when sin is all around, one guards against wrongdoing.
New Revised Standard Version, Anglicised Catholic Edition
One who is wise is cautious in everything; when sin is all around, one guards against wrongdoing.
Common English Bible © 2011
Wise people exercise caution in everything, and in times of sin they will take heed against error.
New American Bible (Revised Edition)
The wise are discreet in all things; where sin is rife they keep themselves from wrongdoing.
Revised Standard Version
A wise man is cautious in everything, and in days of sin he guards against wrongdoing.
New Revised Standard Version, Anglicised
One who is wise is cautious in everything; when sin is all around, one guards against wrongdoing.