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Proverbs 21:22 Cross-References
Explore 5 cross-references for Proverbs 21:22 from the Treasury of Scripture Knowledge, connecting Proverbs chapter 21 verse 22 to related passages throughout the Bible.
“A wise man scaleth the city of the mighty, and casteth down the strength of the confidence thereof.”
Proverbs 21:22 (KJV)
Commentary on Proverbs 21:22
The wise man achieves what brute force cannot—he 'scaleth the city of the mighty' through strategy and intelligence. Physical strength alone is insufficient; wisdom provides superior advantage. The 'strength' trusted by the mighty becomes their downfall when opposed by superior tactics. This affirms wisdom's supremacy over mere power. In spiritual warfare, believers overcome not through human might but through God's wisdom and power (2 Corinthians 10:4). The principle extends broadly: wisdom solves problems that force cannot, wins conflicts that violence escalates, and achieves objectives that...
Source: KJV Study Commentary
Cross-References for Proverbs 21:22
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“Wisdom strengtheneth the wise more than ten mighty men which are in the city.”
“A wise man is strong; yea”
“and it seemed great to me.”
“Hear, hear! Please say to Joab, 'Come near here, that I may speak with you.'”
“the inhabitants of the land”