Ecclesiastes 9:18

18 1Wisdom is better than weapons of war, but 2one sinner destroys much good.

Ecclesiastes 9:18 In-Context

16 So I said, "Wisdom is better than strength." But the wisdom of the poor man is despised and his words are not heeded.
17 The words of the wise heard in quietness are better than the shouting of a ruler among fools.
18 Wisdom is better than weapons of war, but one sinner destroys much good.

Cross References 2

  • 1. Ecclesiastes 9:16
  • 2. Joshua 7:1-26; 2 Kings 21:2-17
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