Ecclesiastes 9:16

Holy Bible: Easy-to-Read Version

But I still say that wisdom is better than strength. They forgot about the poor man’s wisdom, and the people stopped listening to what he said. But I still believe that wisdom is better.

Cross References

Ecclesiastes 7:19

Surely there is no one on earth who always does good and never sins. But wisdom can make one person stronger than ten leaders in a city.

Proverbs 24:5

Wisdom makes a man more powerful. Knowledge gives a man strength.

Proverbs 21:22

A wise person can defeat a city full of warriors and tear down the defenses they trust in.

Ecclesiastes 9:18

Wisdom is better than weapons of war, but one fool can destroy much good.

Proverbs 10:15

Wealth protects the rich, but poverty destroys the poor.

Proverbs 8:14

I have good advice and common sense to offer. I have understanding and power.

Ecclesiastes 7:12

Wisdom and money can protect you. But knowledge gained through wisdom is even better—it can save your life.

Ecclesiastes 10:10

But wisdom will make any job easier. It is very hard to cut with a dull knife. But if you sharpen the knife, the job is easier.