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Proverbs 21:22
A wise [man] scaleth the city of the mighty, and casteth down the strength of the confidence thereof.
Proverbs 21:22 · Darby 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 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 dwell in a desert land. than with a contentious and irritable woman.
20 There is costly store and oil in the dwelling of a wise [man]; but a foolish man swalloweth it up.
21 He that followeth after righteousness and mercy findeth life, righteousness, and honour.
22 A wise [man] scaleth the city of the mighty, and casteth down the strength of the confidence thereof.
23 Whoso keepeth his mouth and his tongue keepeth his soul from troubles.
24 Proud, arrogant, scorner is his name who dealeth in proud wrath.
25 The desire of the sluggard killeth him; for his hands refuse to work:
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