Ecclesiastes 10:6

Ecclesiastes 10:6 in 6 English translations. Each links through to the full chapter for context.

New International Version (NIV)

6Fools are put in many high positions,

while the rich occupy the low ones.

6foolishness is set in many exalted places while the rich sit in humble places.

6folly is set in many exalted places while rich men sit in humble places.

6folly is set in many exalted places and in great dignity while the rich sit in humble places.

6Folly is appointed to great heights,

but the rich sit in lowly positions.

6Foolish people are given many important jobs.

Rich people are given unimportant ones.