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Proverbs 21:22
A wise man scales the city of the mighty and pulls down the stronghold in which they trust.
Proverbs 21:22 · Berean Standard Bible
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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 brings down the strength of its confidence.
A wise man scales the city of the mighty, and brings down the strength of its confidence.
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In context
19 Better to live in the desert than with a contentious and ill-tempered wife.
20 Precious treasures and oil are in the dwelling of the wise, but a foolish man consumes them.
21 He who pursues righteousness and loving devotion finds life, righteousness, and honor.
22 A wise man scales the city of the mighty and pulls down the stronghold in which they trust.
23 He who guards his mouth and tongue keeps his soul from distress.
24 Mocker is the name of the proud and arrogant man— of him who acts with excessive pride.
25 The craving of the slacker kills him because his hands refuse to work.
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