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LORD.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/bsb/proverbs/21.htm">Berean Standard Bible</a></span><br />There is no wisdom, no understanding, no counsel that can prevail against the LORD.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/kjv/proverbs/21.htm">King James Bible</a></span><br /><i>There is</i> no wisdom nor understanding nor counsel against the LORD.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/nkjv/proverbs/21.htm">New King James Version</a></span><br /><i>There is</i> no wisdom or understanding Or counsel against the LORD.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/nasb_/proverbs/21.htm">New American Standard Bible</a></span><br />There is no wisdom, no understanding, And no plan against the LORD.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/nasb/proverbs/21.htm">NASB 1995</a></span><br />There is no wisdom and no understanding And no counsel against the LORD.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/nasb77/proverbs/21.htm">NASB 1977 </a></span><br />There is no wisdom and no understanding And no counsel against the LORD.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/lsb/proverbs/21.htm">Legacy Standard Bible </a></span><br />There is no wisdom, there is no discernment And there is no counsel against Yahweh.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/amp/proverbs/21.htm">Amplified Bible</a></span><br />There is no [human] wisdom or understanding Or counsel [that can prevail] against the LORD.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/csb/proverbs/21.htm">Christian Standard Bible</a></span><br />No wisdom, no understanding, and no counsel will prevail against the LORD.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/hcsb/proverbs/21.htm">Holman Christian Standard Bible</a></span><br />No wisdom, no understanding, and no counsel will prevail against the LORD. <span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/asv/proverbs/21.htm">American Standard Version</a></span><br />There is no wisdom nor understanding Nor counsel against Jehovah.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/cev/proverbs/21.htm">Contemporary English Version</a></span><br />No matter how much you know or what plans you make, you can't defeat the LORD. <span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/erv/proverbs/21.htm">English Revised Version</a></span><br />There is no wisdom nor understanding nor counsel against the LORD.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/gwt/proverbs/21.htm">GOD'S WORD® Translation</a></span><br />No wisdom, no understanding, and no advice [can stand up] against the LORD.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/gnt/proverbs/21.htm">Good News Translation</a></span><br />Human wisdom, brilliance, insight--they are of no help if the LORD is against you. <span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/isv/proverbs/21.htm">International Standard Version</a></span><br />No wisdom, insight, or counsel can prevail against the LORD.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/net/proverbs/21.htm">NET Bible</a></span><br />There is no wisdom and there is no understanding, and there is no counsel against the LORD. <span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/nheb/proverbs/21.htm">New Heart English Bible</a></span><br />There is no wisdom nor understanding nor counsel against the LORD.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/wbt/proverbs/21.htm">Webster's Bible Translation</a></span><br />There is no wisdom nor understanding nor counsel against the LORD.<div class="vheading2"><b>Majority Text Translations</b></div><span class="versiontext"><a href="/msb/proverbs/21.htm">Majority Standard Bible</a></span><br />There is no wisdom, no understanding, no counsel that can prevail against the LORD.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/web/proverbs/21.htm">World English Bible</a></span><br />There is no wisdom nor understanding nor counsel against Yahweh. <div class="vheading2"><b>Literal Translations</b></div><span class="versiontext"><a href="/lsv/proverbs/21.htm">Literal Standard Version</a></span><br />There is no wisdom, nor understanding, "" Nor counsel against YHWH.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/ylt/proverbs/21.htm">Young's Literal Translation</a></span><br /> There is no wisdom, nor understanding, Nor counsel, over-against Jehovah.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/slt/proverbs/21.htm">Smith's Literal Translation</a></span><br />No wisdom and no understanding, and no counsel against Jehovah.<div class="vheading2"><b>Catholic Translations</b></div><span class="versiontext"><a href="/drb/proverbs/21.htm">Douay-Rheims Bible</a></span><br />There is no wisdom, there is no prudence, there is no counsel against the Lord. <span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/cpdv/proverbs/21.htm">Catholic Public Domain Version</a></span><br />There is no wisdom, there is no prudence, there is no counsel, which is against the Lord.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/nabre/proverbs/21.htm">New American Bible</a></span><br />No wisdom, no understanding, no counsel prevail against the LORD. <span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/nrsvce/proverbs/21.htm">New Revised Standard Version</a></span><br />No wisdom, no understanding, no counsel, can avail against the LORD.<div class="vheading2"><b>Translations from Aramaic</b></div><span class="versiontext"><a href="/lamsa/proverbs/21.htm">Lamsa Bible</a></span><br />There is no wisdom nor understanding nor counsel like that of the LORD.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/hpbt/proverbs/21.htm">Peshitta Holy Bible Translated</a></span><br />There is no wisdom, neither intelligence, nor mind, like that of LORD JEHOVAH.<div class="vheading2"><b>OT Translations</b></div><span class="versiontext"><a href="/jps/proverbs/21.htm">JPS Tanakh 1917</a></span><br />There is no wisdom nor understanding Nor counsel against the LORD.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/sep/proverbs/21.htm">Brenton Septuagint Translation</a></span><br />There is no wisdom, there is no courage, there is no counsel against the ungodly.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/parallel/proverbs/21-30.htm">Additional Translations ...</a></span></div></div></div><div id="centbox"><div class="padcent"><a name="audio" id="audio"></a><div class="vheadingv"><b>Audio Bible</b></div><iframe width="100%" src="https://www.youtube.com/embed/kpUA5ZltBeQ?start=4362" title="YouTube video player" frameborder="0" allow="accelerometer; autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture; web-share" allowfullscreen></iframe><span class="p"><br /><br /><br /></span><div class="vheadingv"><b>Context</b></div><span class="hdg"><a href="/bsb/proverbs/21.htm">The King's Heart</a></span><br>…<span class="reftext">29</span>A wicked man hardens his face, but the upright man makes his way sure. <span class="reftext">30</span><span class="highl"><a href="/hebrew/369.htm" title="369: ’ên (Adv) -- As if from a primitive root meaning to be nothing or not exist; a non-entity; generally used as a negative particle.">There is no</a> <a href="/hebrew/2451.htm" title="2451: ḥāḵ·māh (N-fs) -- Wisdom. From chakam; wisdom.">wisdom,</a> <a href="/hebrew/369.htm" title="369: wə·’ên (Conj-w:: Adv) -- As if from a primitive root meaning to be nothing or not exist; a non-entity; generally used as a negative particle.">no</a> <a href="/hebrew/8394.htm" title="8394: tə·ḇū·nāh (N-fs) -- An understanding. And tbuwnah; or towbunah; from biyn; intelligence; by implication, an argument; by extension, caprice.">understanding,</a> <a href="/hebrew/369.htm" title="369: wə·’ên (Conj-w:: Adv) -- As if from a primitive root meaning to be nothing or not exist; a non-entity; generally used as a negative particle.">no</a> <a href="/hebrew/6098.htm" title="6098: ‘ê·ṣāh (N-fs) -- Counsel, advice. From ya'ats; advice; by implication, plan; also prudence.">counsel</a> <a href="/hebrew/5048.htm" title="5048: lə·ne·ḡeḏ (Prep-l) -- From nagad; a front, i.e. Part opposite; specifically a counterpart, or mate; usually over against or before.">that can prevail against</a> <a href="/hebrew/3068.htm" title="3068: Yah·weh (N-proper-ms) -- The proper name of the God of Israel. From hayah; self-Existent or Eternal; Jehovah, Jewish national name of God.">the LORD.</a> </span><span class="reftext">31</span>A horse is prepared for the day of battle, but victory is of the LORD.…<div class="cred"><a href="//berean.bible">Berean Standard Bible</a> · <a href="//berean.bible/downloads.htm">Download</a></div><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><a name="crossref" id="crossref"></a><div class="vheading">Cross References</div><div id="crf"><span class="crossverse"><a href="/isaiah/40-13.htm">Isaiah 40:13-14</a></span><br />Who has directed the Spirit of the LORD, or informed Him as His counselor? / Whom did He consult to enlighten Him, and who taught Him the paths of justice? Who imparted knowledge to Him and showed Him the way of understanding?<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/romans/11-33.htm">Romans 11:33-34</a></span><br />O, the depth of the riches of the wisdom and knowledge of God! How unsearchable are His judgments, and untraceable His ways! / “Who has known the mind of the Lord? Or who has been His counselor?”<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/1_corinthians/1-19.htm">1 Corinthians 1:19-20</a></span><br />For it is written: “I will destroy the wisdom of the wise; the intelligence of the intelligent I will frustrate.” / Where is the wise man? Where is the scribe? Where is the philosopher of this age? Has not God made foolish the wisdom of the world?<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/job/5-12.htm">Job 5:12-13</a></span><br />He thwarts the schemes of the crafty, so that their hands find no success. / He catches the wise in their craftiness, and sweeps away the plans of the cunning.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/isaiah/29-14.htm">Isaiah 29:14</a></span><br />Therefore I will again confound these people with wonder upon wonder. The wisdom of the wise will vanish, and the intelligence of the intelligent will be hidden.”<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/1_corinthians/3-19.htm">1 Corinthians 3:19-20</a></span><br />For the wisdom of this world is foolishness in God’s sight. As it is written: “He catches the wise in their craftiness.” / And again, “The Lord knows that the thoughts of the wise are futile.”<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/job/12-13.htm">Job 12:13-16</a></span><br />Wisdom and strength belong to God; counsel and understanding are His. / What He tears down cannot be rebuilt; the man He imprisons cannot be released. / If He holds back the waters, they dry up, and if He releases them, they overwhelm the land. ...<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/jeremiah/8-9.htm">Jeremiah 8:9</a></span><br />The wise will be put to shame; they will be dismayed and trapped. Since they have rejected the word of the LORD, what wisdom do they really have?<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/isaiah/55-8.htm">Isaiah 55:8-9</a></span><br />“For My thoughts are not your thoughts, neither are your ways My ways,” declares the LORD. / “For as the heavens are higher than the earth, so My ways are higher than your ways and My thoughts than your thoughts.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/daniel/2-20.htm">Daniel 2:20-22</a></span><br />and declared: “Blessed be the name of God forever and ever, for wisdom and power belong to Him. / He changes the times and seasons; He removes kings and establishes them. He gives wisdom to the wise and knowledge to the discerning. / He reveals the deep and hidden things; He knows what lies in darkness, and light dwells with Him.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/psalms/33-10.htm">Psalm 33:10-11</a></span><br />The LORD frustrates the plans of the nations; He thwarts the devices of the peoples. / The counsel of the LORD stands forever, the purposes of His heart to all generations.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/colossians/2-3.htm">Colossians 2:3</a></span><br />in whom are hidden all the treasures of wisdom and knowledge.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/job/9-4.htm">Job 9:4</a></span><br />God is wise in heart and mighty in strength. Who has resisted Him and prospered?<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/romans/16-27.htm">Romans 16:27</a></span><br />to the only wise God be glory forever through Jesus Christ! Amen.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/psalms/147-5.htm">Psalm 147:5</a></span><br />Great is our Lord, and mighty in power; His understanding has no limit.</div><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><a name="tsk" id="tsk"><div class="vheading">Treasury of Scripture</div><p class="tsk2">There is no wisdom nor understanding nor counsel against the LORD.</p><p class="tskverse"><b><a href="/proverbs/19-21.htm">Proverbs 19:21</a></b></br> <i>There are</i> many devices in a man's heart; nevertheless the counsel of the LORD, that shall stand.</p><p class="tskverse"><b><a href="/isaiah/7-5.htm">Isaiah 7:5-7</a></b></br> Because Syria, Ephraim, and the son of Remaliah, have taken evil counsel against thee, saying, … </p><p class="tskverse"><b><a href="/isaiah/8-9.htm">Isaiah 8:9,10</a></b></br> Associate yourselves, O ye people, and ye shall be broken in pieces; and give ear, all ye of far countries: gird yourselves, and ye shall be broken in pieces; gird yourselves, and ye shall be broken in pieces… </p><div class="vheading">Jump to Previous</div><a href="/psalms/39-2.htm">Avail</a> <a href="/proverbs/20-18.htm">Counsel</a> <a href="/proverbs/12-8.htm">Insight</a> <a href="/proverbs/5-21.htm">Over-Against</a> <a href="/proverbs/20-5.htm">Plan</a> <a href="/proverbs/16-3.htm">Succeed</a> <a href="/proverbs/15-22.htm">Suggestions</a> <a href="/proverbs/21-16.htm">Understanding</a> <a href="/proverbs/18-23.htm">Use</a> <a href="/proverbs/21-16.htm">Wisdom</a> <a href="/proverbs/21-22.htm">Wise</a><div class="vheading2">Jump to Next</div><a href="/isaiah/16-12.htm">Avail</a> <a href="/proverbs/22-20.htm">Counsel</a> <a href="/isaiah/41-20.htm">Insight</a> <a href="/isaiah/24-23.htm">Over-Against</a> <a href="/isaiah/5-19.htm">Plan</a> <a href="/ecclesiastes/10-10.htm">Succeed</a> <a href="/proverbs/22-20.htm">Suggestions</a> <a href="/proverbs/23-4.htm">Understanding</a> <a href="/proverbs/24-28.htm">Use</a> <a href="/proverbs/23-4.htm">Wisdom</a> <a href="/proverbs/22-17.htm">Wise</a><div class="vheading2">Proverbs 21</div><span class="reftext">1. </span><span class="outlinetext"><a href="/proverbs/21-1.htm">The king's heart in the hand of the Lord</a></span><br></div></div><div id="mdd"><div align="center"><div class="bot2"><table align="center" width="100%"><tr><td><div align="center"> <script id="3d27ed63fc4348d5b062c4527ae09445"> (new Image()).src = 'https://capi.connatix.com/tr/si?token=51ce25d5-1a8c-424a-8695-4bd48c750f35&cid=3a9f82d0-4344-4f8d-ac0c-e1a0eb43a405'; </script> <script id="b817b7107f1d4a7997da1b3c33457e03"> (new Image()).src = 'https://capi.connatix.com/tr/si?token=cb0edd8b-b416-47eb-8c6d-3cc96561f7e8&cid=3a9f82d0-4344-4f8d-ac0c-e1a0eb43a405'; </script><br /><br />  <div id='div-gpt-ad-1529103594582-2'> </div><br /><br />  <div id='div-gpt-ad-1529103594582-0' style='max-width: 300px;'> </div><br /><br />  <div id='div-gpt-ad-1529103594582-3'> </div><br /><br />  <div id='div-gpt-ad-1529103594582-1' style='max-width: 300px;'> </div><br /><br />  <div align="center" id='div-gpt-ad-1531425649696-0'> </div><br /><br /> <ins class="adsbygoogle" style="display:inline-block;width:200px;height:200px" data-ad-client="ca-pub-3753401421161123" data-ad-slot="3592799687"></ins> <script> (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); </script> <br /><br /> </div> </td></tr></table></div></div></div><div id="combox"><div class="padcom"><a name="study" id="study"></a><div class="vheading"><table width="100%"><tr><td width="99%" valign="top"><a href="/study/proverbs/21.htm">Study Bible</a></td><td width="1%" valign="top"><a href="/study/proverbs/" title="Book Summary and Study">Book ◦</a> <a href="/study/chapters/proverbs/21.htm" title="Chapter summary and Study">Chapter </a></tr></table></div><b>There is no wisdom</b><br>This phrase emphasizes the limitations of human wisdom when compared to divine wisdom. In the biblical context, wisdom is often associated with the fear of the Lord (<a href="/proverbs/9-10.htm">Proverbs 9:10</a>). Human wisdom, no matter how profound, cannot match the infinite wisdom of God. This is echoed in <a href="/1_corinthians/1-25.htm">1 Corinthians 1:25</a>, where Paul states that the foolishness of God is wiser than human wisdom. The Bible consistently portrays God as the ultimate source of wisdom, as seen in <a href="/james/1-5.htm">James 1:5</a>, where believers are encouraged to ask God for wisdom.<p><b>no understanding</b><br>Understanding in the biblical sense often refers to insight or discernment that comes from God. The Hebrew word for understanding, "binah," implies a deep comprehension that goes beyond surface knowledge. In <a href="/isaiah/55-8.htm">Isaiah 55:8-9</a>, God declares that His thoughts and ways are higher than human thoughts and ways, underscoring the idea that true understanding is divine. This phrase serves as a reminder that human understanding is limited and should be sought in alignment with God's will.<p><b>no counsel</b><br>Counsel refers to advice or plans, often in the context of strategic planning or decision-making. In the ancient Near Eastern culture, counsel was highly valued, especially in leadership and governance. However, this phrase asserts that no human counsel can stand against God's purposes. This is illustrated in <a href="/psalms/33-10.htm">Psalm 33:10-11</a>, where the plans of nations are thwarted, but the counsel of the Lord stands forever. It highlights the sovereignty of God over human affairs.<p><b>that can prevail against the LORD</b><br>The phrase underscores the omnipotence and sovereignty of God. Throughout Scripture, God's plans and purposes are shown to be unassailable. In <a href="/job/42-2.htm">Job 42:2</a>, Job acknowledges that no purpose of God can be thwarted. This is further affirmed in <a href="/romans/8-31.htm">Romans 8:31</a>, where Paul declares that if God is for us, who can be against us? The ultimate fulfillment of this truth is seen in the life and work of Jesus Christ, whose death and resurrection demonstrate that God's redemptive plan cannot be overcome by any earthly or spiritual power.<div class="vheading2">Persons / Places / Events</div>1. <b><a href="/topical/s/solomon.htm">Solomon</a></b><br>Traditionally attributed as the author of Proverbs, Solomon was the son of King David and known for his wisdom, which he received from God.<br><br>2. <b><a href="/topical/t/the_lord.htm">The LORD (Yahweh)</a></b><br>The covenant name of God in the Hebrew Bible, representing His eternal, sovereign, and omnipotent nature.<br><br>3. <b><a href="/topical/t/the_kingdom_of_israel.htm">The Kingdom of Israel</a></b><br>The context in which Solomon ruled and wrote, a nation chosen by God to be His people and to follow His laws.<div class="vheading2">Teaching Points</div><b><a href="/topical/g/god's_sovereignty_over_human_wisdom.htm">God's Sovereignty Over Human Wisdom</a></b><br>Human wisdom, no matter how profound, cannot stand against God's plans and purposes. We must submit our understanding to His will.<br><br><b><a href="/topical/t/the_futility_of_human_counsel_against_god.htm">The Futility of Human Counsel Against God</a></b><br>Any counsel or plan that contradicts God's will is ultimately futile. We should seek alignment with God's counsel in our decision-making.<br><br><b><a href="/topical/t/the_importance_of_seeking_divine_wisdom.htm">The Importance of Seeking Divine Wisdom</a></b><br>True wisdom begins with the fear of the Lord. We should prioritize seeking God's wisdom through prayer and Scripture.<br><br><b><a href="/topical/t/trust_in_god's_ultimate_plan.htm">Trust in God's Ultimate Plan</a></b><br>Even when human understanding fails, we can trust that God's plan is perfect and will prevail. This trust should bring peace and assurance in our lives.<br><br><b><a href="/topical/h/humility_in_our_own_understanding.htm">Humility in Our Own Understanding</a></b><br>Recognizing the limitations of our own wisdom should lead us to humility and reliance on God, rather than pride in our own intellect.<div class="vheading2">Lists and Questions</div><a href="/top10/lessons_from_proverbs_21.htm">Top 10 Lessons from Proverbs 21</a><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><a href="/q/bible's_view_on_intuition.htm">What is the Bible's perspective on intuition?</a><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><a href="/q/why_do_unguided_armies_win_if_god_grants_victory.htm">Proverbs 21:31: If ultimate victory comes from God rather than human effort, why does history record victories by armies and leaders who seem to have no divine guidance?</a><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><a href="/q/who_was_ahithophel_in_the_bible.htm">Who was Ahithophel in the Bible?</a><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><a href="/q/how_does_proverbs_16_9_align_with_free_will.htm">Proverbs 16:9 says humans plan their course, but the Lord determines their steps--how does this align with the concept of free will if God ultimately controls the outcome?</a><a name="commentary" id="commentary"></a><div class="vheading2"><a href="/commentaries/ellicott/proverbs/21.htm">Ellicott's Commentary for English Readers</a></div>(30) <span class= "bld">There is no wisdom . . . against the Lord</span>--Comp. <a href="/1_corinthians/3-19.htm" title="For the wisdom of this world is foolishness with God. For it is written, He takes the wise in their own craftiness.">1Corinthians 3:19</a>; <a href="/isaiah/54-17.htm" title="No weapon that is formed against you shall prosper; and every tongue that shall rise against you in judgment you shall condemn. This is the heritage of the servants of the LORD, and their righteousness is of me, said the LORD.">Isaiah 54:17</a>; <a href="/psalms/2-4.htm" title="He that sits in the heavens shall laugh: the LORD shall have them in derision.">Psalm 2:4</a>.<p><div class="vheading2"><a href="/commentaries/pulpit/proverbs/21.htm">Pulpit Commentary</a></div><span class="cmt_sub_title">Verse 30.</span> - <span class="cmt_word">There is no wisdom, nor understanding, nor counsel against the Lord;</span> <span class="accented">i.e.</span> in opposition to him, which can be compared with his, or which can avail against him (comp. <a href="/job/5-13.htm">Job 5:13</a>; <a href="/psalms/33-10.htm">Psalm 33:10, 11</a>; <a href="/isaiah/29-14.htm">Isaiah 29:14</a>; <a href="/1_corinthians/1-20.htm">1 Corinthians 1:20</a>; <a href="/1_corinthians/3-19.htm">1 Corinthians 3:19</a>). Septuagint, "There is no wisdom, there is no courage (<span class="greek">ἀνδρεία</span>), there is no counsel, in respect of the ungodly;" <span class="greek">πρὸς τὸν ἀσεβῆ</span>, <span class="accented">neged Jahve</span>, being taken as "that which is against Jahve," equivalent to "impious." Wordsworth quotes Horace, 'Carm.,' 3:6. 5, etc. - <p><span class="foreign">"Dis te minorem quod geris, imperus:<br />Hino omne principium, huc refer exitum."</span> The following verse carries on and applies the import of this one: As men's wisdom is nothing worth, equally vain is all trust in external means and appliances. <span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/commentaries/proverbs/21-30.htm">Parallel Commentaries ...</a></span><span class="p"><br /><br /><br /></span><a name="lexicon" id="lexicon"></a><div class="vheading">Hebrew</div><span class="word">No</span><br /><span class="heb">אֵ֣ין</span> <span class="translit">(’ên)</span><br /><span class="parse">Adverb<br /></span><span class="str"><a href="/hebrew/strongs_369.htm">Strong's 369: </a> </span><span class="str2">A non-entity, a negative particle</span><br /><br /><span class="word">wisdom,</span><br /><span class="heb">חָ֭כְמָה</span> <span class="translit">(ḥāḵ·māh)</span><br /><span class="parse">Noun - feminine singular<br /></span><span class="str"><a href="/hebrew/strongs_2451.htm">Strong's 2451: </a> </span><span class="str2">Wisdom</span><br /><br /><span class="word">no</span><br /><span class="heb">וְאֵ֣ין</span> <span class="translit">(wə·’ên)</span><br /><span class="parse">Conjunctive waw | Adverb<br /></span><span class="str"><a href="/hebrew/strongs_369.htm">Strong's 369: </a> </span><span class="str2">A non-entity, a negative particle</span><br /><br /><span class="word">understanding,</span><br /><span class="heb">תְּבוּנָ֑ה</span> <span class="translit">(tə·ḇū·nāh)</span><br /><span class="parse">Noun - feminine singular<br /></span><span class="str"><a href="/hebrew/strongs_8394.htm">Strong's 8394: </a> </span><span class="str2">Intelligence, an argument, caprice</span><br /><br /><span class="word">and no</span><br /><span class="heb">וְאֵ֥ין</span> <span class="translit">(wə·’ên)</span><br /><span class="parse">Conjunctive waw | Adverb<br /></span><span class="str"><a href="/hebrew/strongs_369.htm">Strong's 369: </a> </span><span class="str2">A non-entity, a negative particle</span><br /><br /><span class="word">counsel</span><br /><span class="heb">עֵ֝צָ֗ה</span> <span class="translit">(‘ê·ṣāh)</span><br /><span class="parse">Noun - feminine singular<br /></span><span class="str"><a href="/hebrew/strongs_6098.htm">Strong's 6098: </a> </span><span class="str2">Advice, plan, prudence</span><br /><br /><span class="word">can prevail against</span><br /><span class="heb">לְנֶ֣גֶד</span> <span class="translit">(lə·ne·ḡeḏ)</span><br /><span class="parse">Preposition-l<br /></span><span class="str"><a href="/hebrew/strongs_5048.htm">Strong's 5048: </a> </span><span class="str2">A front, part opposite, a counterpart, mate, over against, before</span><br /><br /><span class="word">the LORD.</span><br /><span class="heb">יְהוָֽה׃</span> <span class="translit">(Yah·weh)</span><br /><span class="parse">Noun - proper - masculine singular<br /></span><span class="str"><a href="/hebrew/strongs_3069.htm">Strong's 3069: </a> </span><span class="str2">YHWH</span><br /><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><div class="vheading">Links</div><a href="/niv/proverbs/21-30.htm">Proverbs 21:30 NIV</a><br /><a href="/nlt/proverbs/21-30.htm">Proverbs 21:30 NLT</a><br /><a href="/esv/proverbs/21-30.htm">Proverbs 21:30 ESV</a><br /><a href="/nasb/proverbs/21-30.htm">Proverbs 21:30 NASB</a><br /><a href="/kjv/proverbs/21-30.htm">Proverbs 21:30 KJV</a><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><a href="//bibleapps.com/proverbs/21-30.htm">Proverbs 21:30 BibleApps.com</a><br /><a href="//bibliaparalela.com/proverbs/21-30.htm">Proverbs 21:30 Biblia Paralela</a><br /><a href="//holybible.com.cn/proverbs/21-30.htm">Proverbs 21:30 Chinese Bible</a><br /><a href="//saintebible.com/proverbs/21-30.htm">Proverbs 21:30 French Bible</a><br /><a href="/catholic/proverbs/21-30.htm">Proverbs 21:30 Catholic Bible</a><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><a href="/proverbs/21-30.htm">OT Poetry: Proverbs 21:30 There is no wisdom nor understanding (Prov. 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