Proverbs 21:22
“A wise man scaleth the citie of the mightie, and casteth downe the strength of the confidence thereof.”
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Proverbs 21:22 Context
20There is treasure to be desired, and oyle in the dwelling of the wise: but a foolish man spendeth it vp. 21Hee that followeth after righteousnesse and mercy, findeth life, righteousnesse and honour. 22A wise man scaleth the citie of the mightie, and casteth downe the strength of the confidence thereof. 23Whoso keepeth his mouth and his tongue, keepeth his soule from troubles. 24Proud and haughtie scorner, is his name, who dealeth in proud wrath.
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Other Translations for Proverbs 21:22
A wise [man] scaleth the city of the mighty, and casteth down the strength of the confidence thereof.
- King James Version
A wise man scales the city of the mighty And brings down the stronghold in which they trust.
- New American Standard Version (1995)
A wise man scaleth the city of the mighty, And bringeth down the strength of the confidence thereof.
- American Standard Version (1901)
A wise man goes up into the town of the strong ones, and overcomes its strength in which they put their faith.
- Basic English Bible
A wise [man] scaleth the city of the mighty, and casteth down the strength of the confidence thereof.
- Darby Bible
A wise man scaleth the city of the mighty, and casteth down the strength of its confidence.
- Webster's Bible
A wise man scales the city of the mighty, and brings down the strength of its confidence.
- World English Bible
A city of the mighty hath the wise gone up, And bringeth down the strength of its confidence.
- Youngs Literal Bible
A wise man scaleth the city of the mighty, and bringeth down the stronghold wherein it trusteth.
- Jewish Publication Society Bible
Wesley's Notes for Proverbs 21:22
21:22 The strength - The strongest sorts to which the citizens trust.