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Proverbs 24:5
New Revised Standard Version Updated Edition
Proverbs 24:5
New Revised Standard Version Updated Edition
5 Wise warriors are mightier than strong ones[a]
and those who have knowledge than those who have strength,(A)
Footnotes
- 24.5 Gk Compare Syr Tg: Heb A wise man is strength
Proverbs 24:5
Holman Christian Standard Bible
Proverbs 24:5
Holman Christian Standard Bible
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Footnotes
- Proverbs 24:5 LXX, Syr; MT reads one is in strength
- Proverbs 24:5 LXX, Syr, Tg; MT reads knowledge exerts strength
Proverbs 24:5
New International Version
Proverbs 24:5
New International Version
Saying 22
5 The wise prevail through great power,
and those who have knowledge muster their strength.
Proverbs 24:9
New Revised Standard Version Updated Edition
Proverbs 24:9
New Revised Standard Version Updated Edition
9 The devising of folly is sin,
and the scoffer is an abomination to all.
Proverbs 24:9
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Proverbs 24:9
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9 A foolish scheme is sin,
and a mocker is detestable to people.
Proverbs 24:9
New International Version
Proverbs 24:9
New International Version
9 The schemes of folly are sin,
and people detest a mocker.
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