Proverbs 26:16
▸ Hear this chapter, lit word by wordThe sluggard is wiser in his own conceit than seven men that can render a reason.
— Proverbs 26:16, King James Version
In other translations
World English Bible (WEB)
The sluggard is wiser in his own eyes Than seven men who answer with discretion.
American Standard Version (ASV)
The sluggard is wiser in his own conceit Than seven men that can render a reason.
Young's Literal Translation (YLT)
Wiser <FI>is<Fi> the slothful in his own eyes, Than seven <FI>men<Fi> returning a reason.