Proverbs 21:31

The horse is prepared against the day of battle: but safety is of the LORD.

King James Version
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Other Translations for Proverbs 21:31

BSB
A horse is prepared for the day of battle, but victory is of the LORD.
AKJV
The horse is prepared against the day of battle: but safety is of the LORD.
CPDV
The horse is prepared for the day of battle. But the Lord bestows salvation.
ERV
The horse is prepared against the day of battle: but victory is of the LORD,
NHEB
The horse is prepared for the day of battle; but victory is with the LORD.
SMT
The horse is prepared for the day of war and salvation is to Jehovah.

Commentary for Proverbs 21:31

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Barnes’ Notes Classic commentary from Albert Barnes Matthew Henry Commentary Classic commentary from Matthew Henry
Overview of Proverbs 21:31
Summary
Military preparation is useless without divine protection
Event
Contrasting military preparation with God's protection
Estimated Time Period
c. 950 BC
Category
Wisdom