Other translations
New Catholic Bible
Limit the time when you are in the presence of fools, but linger as much as possible among those who are thoughtful.
New Revised Standard Version Catholic Edition
Among stupid people limit your time, but among thoughtful people linger on.
Good News Translation®
When you find yourself with stupid people, look for some excuse to leave, but when you are with serious-minded people, stay as long as you can.
Wycliffe Bible
In the midst of unwise men keep thou a word to (the) time; but be thou busy in the midst of them that think (upon) the law of God.
Revised Standard Version Catholic Edition
Among stupid people watch for a chance to leave, but among thoughtful people stay on.
New Revised Standard Version Updated Edition
Among stupid people limit your time, but among thoughtful people linger on.
New Revised Standard Version, Anglicised Catholic Edition
Among stupid people limit your time, but among thoughtful people linger on.
Common English Bible © 2011
Limit the time you spend with unintelligent people, but linger with the thoughtful.
New American Bible (Revised Edition)
Limit the time you spend among the stupid, but frequent the company of the thoughtful.
Revised Standard Version
Among stupid people watch for a chance to leave, but among thoughtful people stay on.
New Revised Standard Version, Anglicised
Among stupid people limit your time, but among thoughtful people linger on.