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Proverbs 21:22

World English Bible

A wise man scales the city of the mighty,
and brings down the strength of its confidence.

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Proverbs 21:22 in other translations

A wise man scaleth the city of the mighty, And bringeth down the strength of the confidence thereof.

Proverbs 21:22 · American Standard Version

Proverbs 21:22 in context

  1. 20There is precious treasure and oil in the dwelling of the wise;
    but a foolish man swallows it up.
  2. 21He who follows after righteousness and kindness
    finds life, righteousness, and honor.
  3. 22A wise man scales the city of the mighty,
    and brings down the strength of its confidence.
  4. 23Whoever guards his mouth and his tongue
    keeps his soul from troubles.
  5. 24The proud and arrogant man—“Scoffer” is his name—
    he works in the arrogance of pride.