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Proverbs 21:22
A wise man goes up into the town of the strong ones, and overcomes its strength in which they put their faith.
Proverbs 21:22 · Bible in Basic English
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Proverbs 21:22 in other translations
A wise man scaleth the city of the mighty, and casteth down the strength of the confidence thereof.
A wise man scales the city of the mighty and pulls down the stronghold in which they trust.
A wise man scales the city of the mighty, and brings down the strength of its confidence.
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In context
19 It is better to be living in a waste land, than with a bitter-tongued and angry woman.
20 There is a store of great value in the house of the wise, but it is wasted by the foolish man.
21 He who goes after righteousness and mercy will get life, righteousness, and honour.
22 A wise man goes up into the town of the strong ones, and overcomes its strength in which they put their faith.
23 He who keeps watch over his mouth and his tongue keeps his soul from troubles.
24 The man of pride, lifted up in soul, is named high-hearted; he is acting in an outburst of pride.
25 The desire of the hater of work is death to him, for his hands will do no work.
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