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Proverbs 24:5

Proverbs 24:5
A wise man is strong; yea, a man of knowledge increaseth strength.

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Gill's ExpositionBaptist theologian, 1697–1771

For by wise counsel thou shall make thy war,.... Counsel, as well as strength, is necessary for war: kings and states,…

Barnes' NotesPresbyterian pastor, 1798–1870

Is strong - literally, as in the margin; i. e., rooted and established in strength.

Matthew HenryNonconformist minister, 1662–1714Proverbs 24:3-6

We are tempted to envy those that grow rich, and raise their estates and families, by such unjust courses as our…

Cambridge BibleAcademic commentary, 1882–1921

strong Lit. in strength, A.V. and R.V. marg. Comp.

The voice of Jehovah is in might;

The voice of Jehovah is in…