5 The wise prevail through great power, and those who have knowledge muster their strength.

Other Translations of Proverbs 24:5

King James Version

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

English Standard Version

5 A wise man is full of strength, and a man of knowledge enhances his might,

The Message

5 It's better to be wise than strong; intelligence outranks muscle any day.

New King James Version

5 A wise man is strong, Yes, a man of knowledge increases strength;

New Living Translation

5 The wise are mightier than the strong, and those with knowledge grow stronger and stronger.

Matthew Henry's Commentary on Proverbs 24:5

Commentary on Proverbs 24:3-6

(Read Proverbs 24:3-6)

Piety and prudence in outward affairs, both go together to complete a wise man. By knowledge the soul is filled with the graces and comforts of the spirit, those precious and pleasant riches. The spirit is strengthened for the spiritual work and the spiritual warfare, by true wisdom.