Proverbs 21:22

A wise man scaleth the city of the mighty, and casteth down the strength of the confidence thereof.

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Other Translations for Proverbs 21:22

BSB
A wise man scales the city of the mighty and pulls down the stronghold in which they trust.
AKJV
A wise man scales the city of the mighty, and casts down the strength of the confidence thereof.
CPDV
The wise has ascended the city of the strong, and he has torn down the bulwark of its confidence.
ERV
A wise man scaleth the city of the mighty, and bringeth down the strength of the confidence thereof.
NHEB
A wise man scales the city of the mighty, and brings down the strength of its confidence.
SMT
The wise one ascended the city of the strong, and he will bring down the strength of its confidence.

Commentary for Proverbs 21:22

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Barnes’ Notes Classic commentary from Albert Barnes Matthew Henry Commentary Classic commentary from Matthew Henry
Overview of Proverbs 21:22
Summary
Wisdom overcomes military strength through strategic superiority
Event
Wise person defeats mighty forces
Estimated Time Period
c. 950-700 BC
Category
Wisdom