Proverbs 20:18

Every purpose is established by counsel: and with good advice make war.

King James Version
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Other Translations for Proverbs 20:18

BSB
Set plans by consultation, and wage war under sound guidance.
AKJV
Every purpose is established by counsel: and with good advice make war.
CPDV
Plans are strengthened by counsels. And wars are to be handled by governments.
ERV
Every purpose is established by counsel: and by wise guidance make thou war,
NHEB
Plans are established by advice; by wise guidance you wage war.
SMT
The purpose shall be prepared by counsel, and with guidance make war.

Commentary for Proverbs 20:18

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Barnes’ Notes Classic commentary from Albert Barnes Matthew Henry Commentary Classic commentary from Matthew Henry
Overview of Proverbs 20:18
Summary
Planning succeeds through consultation and advice.
Event
Establishing plans via consultation
Estimated Time Period
c. 950 BC
Category
Wisdom