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Proverbs 24:5
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The wise prevail through great power, and those who have knowledge muster their strength.
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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;
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through knowledge its rooms are filled with rare and beautiful treasures.
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The wise prevail through great power, and those who have knowledge muster their strength.
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Surely you need guidance to wage war, and victory is won through many advisers.
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Wisdom is too high for fools; in the assembly at the gate they must not open their mouths.
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