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Proverbs 21:22
A wise [man] scaleth the city of the mighty, and casteth down the strength of its confidence.
Proverbs 21:22 · Webster 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 the wilderness, than with a contentious and an angry woman.
20 [There is] a treasure to be desired, and oil in the dwelling of the wise; but a foolish man spendeth it up.
21 He that followeth after righteousness and mercy findeth life, righteousness, and honor.
22 A wise [man] scaleth the city of the mighty, and casteth down the strength of its confidence.
23 Whoever keepeth his mouth and his tongue keepeth his soul from troubles.
24 Proud [and] haughty scorner [is] his name, who dealeth in proud wrath.
25 The desire of the slothful killeth him; for his hands refuse to labor.
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