Ecclesiastes 9:16
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Eccl 9:16
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So I said, "Wisdom is better than strength." But the wisdom of the poor man is despised and his words are not heeded.
Eccl 9:17
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The words of the wise heard in quietness are {better} than the shouting of a ruler among fools.
Eccl 9:18
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Wisdom is better than weapons of war, but one sinner destroys much good.
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