Proverbs 24:5

Saying 22

5 The wise prevail through great power, and those who have knowledge muster their strength.

Proverbs 24:5 in Other Translations

KJV
5 A wise man is strong; yea, a man of knowledge increaseth strength.
ESV
5 A wise man is full of strength, and a man of knowledge enhances his might,
NLT
5 The wise are mightier than the strong, and those with knowledge grow stronger and stronger.
MSG
5 It's better to be wise than strong; intelligence outranks muscle any day.
CSB
5 A wise warrior is better than a strong one, and a man of knowledge than one of strength;

Proverbs 24:5 In-Context

3 By wisdom a house is built, and through understanding it is established;
4 through knowledge its rooms are filled with rare and beautiful treasures.
5 The wise prevail through great power, and those who have knowledge muster their strength.
6 Surely you need guidance to wage war, and victory is won through many advisers.
7 Wisdom is too high for fools; in the assembly at the gate they must not open their mouths.
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