²⁰ And again, "The Lord knows the reasoning of the wise, that it is worthless."

¹¹ Yahweh knows the thoughts of man, That they are futile.

⁸ Be careful that you don't let anyone rob you through his philosophy and vain deceit, after the tradition of men, after the elements of the world, and not after Christ.

²¹ Because, knowing God, they didn't glorify him as God, neither gave thanks, but became vain in their reasoning, and their senseless heart was darkened.

¹¹ For he knows false men. He sees iniquity also, even though he doesn't consider it.

¹² But vain man can become wise If a man can be born as a wild donkey's colt.

¹ Why do the nations rage, And the peoples plot a vain thing?