Lux Domini

Proverbs 21:22

A wise man scaleth the city of the mighty, and casteth down the strength of the confidence thereof.
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What does Proverbs 21:22 mean?

Those that have wisdom, often do great things, even against those confident of their strength.

Key themes

Anxiety and fearWisdomJustice and mercyFear of the Lord

Read with

Keep this verse inside Proverbs 21:21-22 and alongside a few nearby related passages.

Proverbs 21:21Philippians 4:6Isaiah 41:10Proverbs 1:7

Related topics

Bible verses about anxiety and fearBible verses about wisdomBible verses about justice and mercy

Glossary

City People

The earliest mention of city-building is that of Enoch, which was built by Cain ( Gen. 4:17 ). After the confusion of tongues, the descendants of Nimrod founded several cities (10:10-12).