Eclesiastés 10

Bible in Basic English

11If a snake gives a bite before the word of power is said, then there is no longer any use in the word of power.

Reina-Valera 1909

11Muerde la serpiente cuando no está encantada, y el lenguaraz no es mejor.

King James Version

11Surely the serpent will bite without enchantment; and a babbler is no better.

World English Bible

11If the snake bites before it is charmed, then is there no profit for the charmer’s tongue.