💡WEB · Proverbs 24:7

What does Proverbs 24:7 mean?

"Wisdom is too high for a fool: he doesn’t open his mouth in the gate."

— Proverbs 24:7 (World English Bible)

Surrounding context

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by knowledge the rooms are filled with all rare and beautiful treasure.

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

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for by wise guidance you wage your war; and victory is in many advisors.

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Wisdom is too high for a fool: he doesn’t open his mouth in the gate.

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One who plots to do evil will be called a schemer.

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The schemes of folly are sin. The mocker is detested by men.

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If you falter in the time of trouble, your strength is small.

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