A wise warrior is better than a strong one,[a]
and a man of knowledge than one of strength;[b](A)

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Footnotes

  1. 24:5 LXX, Syr; MT reads is in strength
  2. 24:5 LXX, Syr, Tg; MT reads knowledge exerts strength

Saying 22

The wise prevail through great power,
    and those who have knowledge muster their strength.

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A foolish scheme is sin,
and a mocker is detestable to people.

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The schemes of folly are sin,
    and people detest a mocker.

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