Ecclesiastes 7:19

New English Translation

Wisdom gives a wise person more protection than ten rulers in a city.

Cross References

Proverbs 21:22

The wise person can scale the city of the mighty and bring down the stronghold in which they trust.

Proverbs 24:5

A wise warrior is strong, and a man of knowledge makes his strength stronger;

Proverbs 8:14

Counsel and sound wisdom belong to me; I possess understanding and might.

Ecclesiastes 4:13

A poor but wise youth is better than an old and foolish king who no longer knows how to receive advice.

Ecclesiastes 7:12

For wisdom provides protection, just as money provides protection. But the advantage of knowledge is this: Wisdom preserves the life of its owner.