For by wise counsel thou shall make thy war,.... Counsel, as well as strength, is necessary for war: kings and states, before they enter on a war, should not only well consider the justness of their cause, but should consult whether they have a sufficiency of men and money to carry it on; and should concert the wisest methods to attack the enemy, or defend themselves; and, above all, should ask counsel of God; see 2Ki 18:20.
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Proverbs 24:6
Proverbs 24:6
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Proverbs 24 — OverviewProverbs 24 · Matthew Henry's Commentary on the Whole BibleThe Excellence of Wisdom.Proverbs 24 — OverviewProverbs 24 · Little Bible — for children and parentsProverbs 24 covers a wide range of wisdom: stay away from evil people, build your life with wisdom, help those in danger, do not gloat over your enemies, do not be lazy, and be honest in all your dealings. The chapter…Proverbs 24:3-6Proverbs 24:3-6 · Matthew Henry's Commentary on the Whole BibleWe are tempted to envy those that grow rich, and raise their estates
and families, by such unjust courses as our consciences will by no
means suffer us to use. But, to set aside that temptation, Solomon here…Proverbs 24:6Proverbs 24:6 · Treasury of Scripture Knowledgeby: Proverbs 20:18; Luke 14:31; 1 Corinthians 9:25-27; Ephesians 6:10-20; 1 Timothy 6:11-12; 2 Timothy 4:7
and: Proverbs 11:14, Proverbs 15:22Proverbs 24:6Proverbs 24:6 · Little Bible — for children and parentsNo one wins their important battles alone. Wise counsel before acting — especially in serious conflict — is essential. Having multiple wise voices is a safeguard against error and pride.
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