Proverbs 21:22
A wise man goes up into the town of the strong ones, and overcomes its strength in which they put their faith.
Bible in Basic English
In The King James Version
A wise man scaleth the city of the mighty, and casteth down the strength of the confidence thereof.
In Context
21He who goes after righteousness and mercy will get life, righteousness, and honour.
23He who keeps watch over his mouth and his tongue keeps his soul from troubles.
Cross References
2 Samuel 20:16Then a wise woman got up on the wall, and crying out from the town, said, Give ear, give ear; say now to Joab, Come near, so that I may have talk with you.
Ecclesiastes 7:19Wisdom makes a wise man stronger than ten rulers in a town.
Matthew Henry on Proverbs 21:22
21 He that followeth after righteousness and mercy findeth life, righteousness, and honour. See here, 1. What it is to make religion our business; it is to follow after righteousness and mercy, not to content ourselves with easy performances, but to do our duty with the utmost care and pains, as those that are pressing forward and in fear of coming short. We must both do justly and love mercy, and must proceed and persevere therein; and, though we cannot attain to perfection, yet it will be a comfort to us if we… Read the whole commentary →