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Proverbs 1:22

How long, ye simple ones, will ye love simplicity? and the scorners delight in their scorning, and fools hate knowledge?
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English Standard Version

"How long, O simple ones, will you love being simple? How long will scoffers delight in their scoffing and fools hate knowledge?

New International Version

"How long will you simple ones love your simple ways? How long will mockers delight in mockery and fools hate knowledge?

Catholic Public Domain Version

"Little ones, how long will you choose to be childish, and how long will the foolish desire what is harmful to themselves, and how long will the imprudent hate knowledge