Proverbs 21:22
King James Version (KJV)
A wise man scaleth the city of the mighty, and casteth down the strength of the confidence thereof.
In context
20 There is 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 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 and haughty scorner is his name, who dealeth in proud wrath.
Proverbs 21:22 in every translation
- KJV King James Version
- A wise man scaleth the city of the mighty, and casteth down the strength of the confidence thereof.
- WEB World English Bible
- A wise man scales the city of the mighty, and brings down the strength of its confidence.
- BSB Berean Standard Bible
- A wise man scales the city of the mighty and pulls down the stronghold in which they trust.
- ASV American Standard Version
- A wise man scaleth the city of the mighty, And bringeth down the strength of the confidence thereof.
- YLT Young's Literal Translation
- A city of the mighty hath the wise gone up, And bringeth down the strength of its confidence.
- DBY Darby Translation
- A wise [man] scaleth the city of the mighty, and casteth down the strength of the confidence thereof.
- WBS Webster Bible
- A wise man scaleth the city of the mighty, and casteth down the strength of its confidence.