5A wise man is strong; Yea, a man of knowledge increaseth might,


In Context

2 For their heart studieth oppression, And their lips talk of mischief.

3 Through wisdom is a house builded; And by understanding it is established;

4 And by knowledge are the chambers filled With all precious and pleasant riches.

5 A wise man is strong; Yea, a man of knowledge increaseth might,

6 For by wise guidance thou shalt make thy war; And in the multitude of counsellors there is safety.

7 Wisdom is too high for a fool: He openeth not his mouth in the gate.

Proverbs 24:5 in Other Translations

The King James Version of the Holy Bible

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

The New International Version of the Holy Bible

24:5A wise man has great power, and a man of knowledge increases strength;

The Douay-Rheims Version of the Holy Bible

24:5A wise man is strong: and a knowing man, stout and valiant.

The Darby Bible Translation of the Holy Bible

24:5A wise man is strong, and a man of knowledge increaseth strength.

The English Revised Version of the Holy Bible

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

The Webster Bible Translation of the Holy Bible

24:5A wise man is strong; and a man of knowledge increaseth strength.

The World English Bible Translation of the Holy Bible

24:5A wise man has great power; and a knowledgeable man increases strength;

The Young's Literal Translation of the Holy Bible

24:5Mighty is the wise in strength, And a man of knowledge is strengthening power,

The American King James Version of the Holy Bible

24:5A wise man is strong; yes, a man of knowledge increases strength.