Ecclesiastes 7:19

Wisdom strengtheneth the wise more than ten mighty men which are in the city.

King James Version
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Other Translations for Ecclesiastes 7:19

BSB
Wisdom makes the wise man stronger than ten rulers in a city.
AKJV
Wisdom strengthens the wise more than ten mighty men which are in the city.
CPDV
Wisdom has strengthened the wise more than ten princes of a city.
ERV
Wisdom is a strength to the wise man more than ten rulers which are in a city.
NHEB
Wisdom is a strength to the wise man more than ten rulers who are in a city.
SMT
Wisdom shall strengthen to the wise one more than ten having power which were in the city.

Commentary for Ecclesiastes 7:19

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Barnes’ Notes Classic commentary from Albert Barnes Matthew Henry Commentary Classic commentary from Matthew Henry
Overview of Ecclesiastes 7:19
Summary
Wisdom surpasses physical military strength
Place
City
Event
Elevating wisdom above warrior strength
Estimated Time Period
c. 3rd century BC
Category
Wisdom