King James Version (KJV)
Proverbs 21:22
“A wise [man] scaleth the city of the mighty, and casteth down the strength of the confidence thereof.”
Verse in context — Proverbs 21
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[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.
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A wise [man] scaleth the city of the mighty, and casteth down the strength of the confidence thereof.
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Whoso keepeth his mouth and his tongue keepeth his soul from troubles.
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Proud [and] haughty scorner [is] his name, who dealeth in proud wrath.