Ecclesiastes 9:16

New King James Version

Then I said: “Wisdom is better than strength. Nevertheless the poor man’s wisdom is despised, And his words are not heard.

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Wisdom strengthens the wise More than ten rulers of the city.

A wise man is strong, Yes, a man of knowledge increases strength;

A wise man scales the city of the mighty, And brings down the trusted stronghold.

Wisdom is better than weapons of war; But one sinner destroys much good.”

The rich man’s wealth is his strong city; The destruction of the poor is their poverty.

Counsel is mine, and sound wisdom; I am understanding, I have strength.

For wisdom is a defense as money is a defense, But the excellence of knowledge is that wisdom gives life to those who have it.

If the ax is dull, And one does not sharpen the edge, Then he must use more strength; But wisdom brings success.