Proverbs 21:22
A wise man scaleth the city of the mighty, and casteth down the strength of the confidence thereof.
In other versions
A wise man scaleth the city of the mighty, And bringeth down the strength of the confidence thereof.
ASV
A wise man goes up into the town of the strong ones, and overcomes its strength in which they put their faith.
BBE
A wise [man] scaleth the city of the mighty, and casteth down the strength of the confidence thereof.
DBY
A wise man scales the city of the mighty, And brings down the strength of its confidence.
WEB
A city of the mighty hath the wise gone up, And bringeth down the strength of its confidence.
YLT
A wise man scales the city of the mighty, and casts down the strength of the confidence thereof.
ENG
A wise man scaleth the city of the mighty, and casteth down the strength of its confidence.
WBT
A wise man scales the city of the mighty and pulls down the stronghold in which they trust.
BSB
In context
20There is treasure to be desired and oil in the dwelling of the wise; but a foolish man spendeth it up.
21He that followeth after righteousness and mercy findeth life, righteousness, and honour.
22A wise man scaleth the city of the mighty, and casteth down the strength of the confidence thereof.
23Whoso keepeth his mouth and his tongue keepeth his soul from troubles.
24Proud and haughty scorner is his name, who dealeth in proud wrath.