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.

Cross References

Proverbs 10:15

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

Proverbs 21:22

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

Proverbs 24:5

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

Proverbs 8:14

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

Ecclesiastes 10:10

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

Ecclesiastes 7:12

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.

Ecclesiastes 7:19

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

Ecclesiastes 9:18

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