Ecclesiastes 7:17

Ecclesiastes 7:17 in 6 English translations. Each links through to the full chapter for context.

New International Version (NIV)

17Do not be overwicked,

and do not be a fool—

why die before your time?

17Do not be excessively wicked, and do not be foolish. Why should you die 7:17 Lit when not your timebefore your time?

17Do not be excessively wicked and do not be a fool. Why should you die before your time?

17Do not be excessively or willfully wicked and do not be a fool. Why should you die before your time?

17Do not be excessively wicked, and do not be a fool. Why should you die before your time?

17Don’t be too sinful.

And don’t be foolish.

Why die before your time comes?