Proverbs 24:6
Proverbs 24:6 in Multiple Translations
Only with sound guidance should you wage war, and victory lies in a multitude of counselors.
For by wise counsel thou shalt make thy war: and in multitude of counsellors there is safety.
For by wise guidance thou shalt make thy war; And in the multitude of counsellors there is safety.
For by wise guiding you will overcome in war: and in a number of wise guides there is salvation.
for with wise guidance you can go to war; you will be victorious by having many good advisors.
For with counsel thou shalt enterprise thy warre, and in the multitude of them that can giue counsell, is health.
For by plans thou makest for thyself war, And deliverance [is] in a multitude of counsellors.
for by wise guidance you wage your war, and victory is in many advisors.
For by wise counsel thou shalt make thy war: and in multitude of counselors there is safety.
Because war is managed by due ordering: and there shall be safety where there are many counsels.
Leaders can fight battles if they have wise advisors, and they win those battles if they have many good advisors.
Berean Amplified Bible — Proverbs 24:6
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Proverbs 24:6 Interlinear (Deep Study)
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כִּ֣י
בְ֭/תַחְבֻּלוֹת
תַּעֲשֶׂה
לְּ/ךָ֣
מִלְחָמָ֑ה
וּ֝/תְשׁוּעָ֗ה
בְּ/רֹ֣ב
יוֹעֵֽץ
כִּ֣י
kîy
H3588
for
Conj
בְ֭/תַחְבֻּלוֹת
tachbulâh
H8458
counsel
Prep | N-fp
תַּעֲשֶׂה
ʻâsâh
H6213
to make
V-Qal-Imperf-2ms
לְּ/ךָ֣
Prep | Suff
מִלְחָמָ֑ה
milchâmâh
H4421
battle
N-fs
וּ֝/תְשׁוּעָ֗ה
tᵉshûwʻâh
H8668
deliverance
Conj | N-fs
בְּ/רֹ֣ב
rôb
H7230
abundance
Prep | N-cs
יוֹעֵֽץ
yâʻats
H3289
to advise
V-Qal
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Hebrew Word Reference — Proverbs 24:6
כִּ֣י
kîy
H3588
"for"
Conj
A conjunction used to show cause or connection, as in Genesis 2:23 where Adam says the woman is bone of his bone because she was taken out of him. It is often translated as 'for', 'because', or 'since'.
Definition: 1) that, for, because, when, as though, as, because that, but, then, certainly, except, surely, since 1a) that 1a1) yea, indeed 1b) when (of time) 1b1) when, if, though (with a concessive force) 1c) because, since (causal connection) 1d) but (after negative) 1e) that if, for if, indeed if, for though, but if 1f) but rather, but 1g) except that 1h) only, nevertheless 1i) surely 1j) that is 1k) but if 1l) for though 1m) forasmuch as, for therefore
Usage: Occurs in 3910 OT verses. KJV: and, + (forasmuch, inasmuch, where-) as, assured(-ly), + but, certainly, doubtless, + else, even, + except, for, how, (because, in, so, than) that, + nevertheless, now, rightly, seeing, since, surely, then, therefore, + (al-) though, + till, truly, + until, when, whether, while, whom, yea, yet. See also: Genesis 1:4; Genesis 26:16; Genesis 42:15.
בְ֭/תַחְבֻּלוֹת
tachbulâh
H8458
"counsel"
Prep | N-fp
The Hebrew word for guidance or plan, often referring to good advice or wise counsel, as seen in the book of Proverbs. It involves steering or managing a situation. This concept is important in biblical decision-making.
Definition: 1) direction, counsel, guidance, good advice, (wise) counsel 1a) direction, guidance 1b) counsel 1b1) good or wise counsel 1b2) of the wicked
Usage: Occurs in 6 OT verses. KJV: good advice, (wise) counsels. See also: Job 37:12; Proverbs 12:5; Proverbs 1:5.
תַּעֲשֶׂה
ʻâsâh
H6213
"to make"
V-Qal-Imperf-2ms
This verb means to make or do something, and is used over 2,600 times in the Bible. It is first used in Genesis 1:7 to describe God's creation of the world and is also used in Exodus 31:5 to describe the work of skilled craftsmen.
Definition: : make(OBJECT) 1) to do, fashion, accomplish, make 1a) (Qal) 1a1) to do, work, make, produce 1a1a) to do 1a1b) to work 1a1c) to deal (with) 1a1d) to act, act with effect, effect 1a2) to make 1a2a) to make 1a2b) to produce 1a2c) to prepare 1a2d) to make (an offering) 1a2e) to attend to, put in order 1a2f) to observe, celebrate 1a2g) to acquire (property) 1a2h) to appoint, ordain, institute 1a2i) to bring about 1a2j) to use 1a2k) to spend, pass 1b) (Niphal) 1b1) to be done 1b2) to be made 1b3) to be produced 1b4) to be offered 1b5) to be observed 1b6) to be used 1c) (Pual) to be made
Usage: Occurs in 2286 OT verses. KJV: accomplish, advance, appoint, apt, be at, become, bear, bestow, bring forth, bruise, be busy, [idiom] certainly, have the charge of, commit, deal (with), deck, [phrase] displease, do, (ready) dress(-ed), (put in) execute(-ion), exercise, fashion, [phrase] feast, (fight-) ing man, [phrase] finish, fit, fly, follow, fulfill, furnish, gather, get, go about, govern, grant, great, [phrase] hinder, hold (a feast), [idiom] indeed, [phrase] be industrious, [phrase] journey, keep, labour, maintain, make, be meet, observe, be occupied, offer, [phrase] officer, pare, bring (come) to pass, perform, pracise, prepare, procure, provide, put, requite, [idiom] sacrifice, serve, set, shew, [idiom] sin, spend, [idiom] surely, take, [idiom] thoroughly, trim, [idiom] very, [phrase] vex, be (warr-) ior, work(-man), yield, use. See also: Genesis 1:7; Genesis 34:19; Exodus 18:24.
לְּ/ךָ֣
""
Prep | Suff
מִלְחָמָ֑ה
milchâmâh
H4421
"battle"
N-fs
This word means battle or war, describing a fight or conflict. It is used in the Bible to talk about wars and battles, like the ones in the book of Joshua. The KJV translates it as battle or fight.
Definition: battle, war
Usage: Occurs in 308 OT verses. KJV: battle, fight(-ing), war(-rior). See also: Genesis 14:2; 1 Samuel 30:24; 2 Chronicles 13:14.
וּ֝/תְשׁוּעָ֗ה
tᵉshûwʻâh
H8668
"deliverance"
Conj | N-fs
In the Bible, this word means salvation or deliverance, often describing God's rescue of his people. It appears in books like Psalms and Isaiah, where God promises to save and deliver his people.
Definition: : salvation 1) salvation, deliverance 1a) deliverance (usually by God through human agency) 1b) salvation (spiritual in sense) Also means: te.shu.ah (תְּשׁוּעָה ": victory" H8668H)
Usage: Occurs in 32 OT verses. KJV: deliverance, help, safety, salvation, victory. See also: Judges 15:18; Psalms 40:17; Psalms 33:17.
בְּ/רֹ֣ב
rôb
H7230
"abundance"
Prep | N-cs
Describes abundance or greatness in the Bible, used to talk about God's power and creation in Psalms and Isaiah.
Definition: 1) multitude, abundance, greatness 1a) multitude 1a1) abundance, abundantly 1a2) numerous 1b) greatness
Usage: Occurs in 145 OT verses. KJV: abundance(-antly), all, [idiom] common (sort), excellent, great(-ly, -ness, number), huge, be increased, long, many, more in number, most, much, multitude, plenty(-ifully), [idiom] very (age). See also: Genesis 16:10; Job 32:7; Psalms 5:8.
יוֹעֵֽץ
yâʻats
H3289
"to advise"
V-Qal
This Hebrew word means to advise or counsel someone, like giving guidance or planning something. It is used in the Bible to describe people seeking advice or working together to make a plan. The KJV translates it as advise or counsel.
Definition: 1) to advise, consult, give counsel, counsel, purpose, devise, plan 1a) (Qal) 1a1) to advise, counsel, give counsel, consult 1a2) counsellor (participle) 1b) (Niphal) to consult together, exchange counsel, deliberate, counsel together 1c) (Hithpael) to conspire
Usage: Occurs in 73 OT verses. KJV: advertise, take advise, advise (well), consult, (give, take) counsel(-lor), determine, devise, guide, purpose. See also: Exodus 18:19; Job 26:3; Psalms 16:7.
Study Notes — Proverbs 24:6
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- Context
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- Proverbs 24:6 Summary
- Frequently Asked Questions
- Reflection Questions
- Gill's Exposition on Proverbs 24:6
- Jamieson-Fausset-Brown on Proverbs 24:6
- Matthew Poole's Commentary on Proverbs 24:6
- Trapp's Commentary on Proverbs 24:6
- Ellicott's Commentary on Proverbs 24:6
- Adam Clarke's Commentary on Proverbs 24:6
- Cambridge Bible on Proverbs 24:6
- Whedon's Commentary on Proverbs 24:6
- Sermons on Proverbs 24:6
Context — Saying 22
4through knowledge its rooms are filled with every precious and beautiful treasure.
5A wise man is strong, and a man of knowledge enhances his strength.
6Only with sound guidance should you wage war, and victory lies in a multitude of counselors.
7Wisdom is too high for a fool; he does not open his mouth in the meeting place. 8He who plots evil will be called a schemer.Cross References
| Reference | Text (BSB) | |
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| 1 | Proverbs 11:14 | For lack of guidance, a nation falls, but with many counselors comes deliverance. |
| 2 | Proverbs 20:18 | Set plans by consultation, and wage war under sound guidance. |
| 3 | Proverbs 15:22 | Plans fail for lack of counsel, but with many advisers they succeed. |
| 4 | Luke 14:31 | Or what king on his way to war with another king will not first sit down and consider whether he can engage with ten thousand men the one coming against him with twenty thousand? |
| 5 | Ephesians 6:10–20 | Finally, be strong in the Lord and in His mighty power. Put on the full armor of God, so that you can make your stand against the devil’s schemes. For our struggle is not against flesh and blood, but against the rulers, against the authorities, against the powers of this world’s darkness, and against the spiritual forces of evil in the heavenly realms. Therefore take up the full armor of God, so that when the day of evil comes, you will be able to stand your ground, and having done everything, to stand. Stand firm then, with the belt of truth buckled around your waist, with the breastplate of righteousness arrayed, and with your feet fitted with the readiness of the gospel of peace. In addition to all this, take up the shield of faith, with which you can extinguish all the flaming arrows of the evil one. And take the helmet of salvation and the sword of the Spirit, which is the word of God. Pray in the Spirit at all times, with every kind of prayer and petition. To this end, stay alert with all perseverance in your prayers for all the saints. Pray also for me, that whenever I open my mouth, words may be given me so that I will boldly make known the mystery of the gospel, for which I am an ambassador in chains. Pray that I may proclaim it fearlessly, as I should. |
| 6 | 1 Timothy 6:11–12 | But you, O man of God, flee from these things and pursue righteousness, godliness, faith, love, perseverance, and gentleness. Fight the good fight of the faith. Take hold of the eternal life to which you were called when you made the good confession before many witnesses. |
| 7 | 1 Corinthians 9:25–27 | Everyone who competes in the games trains with strict discipline. They do it for a crown that is perishable, but we do it for a crown that is imperishable. Therefore I do not run aimlessly; I do not fight like I am beating the air. No, I discipline my body and make it my slave, so that after I have preached to others, I myself will not be disqualified. |
| 8 | 2 Timothy 4:7 | I have fought the good fight, I have finished the race, I have kept the faith. |
Proverbs 24:6 Summary
This verse reminds us that making good decisions is important, and we should seek wise advice from others before making big choices. It's like having a team of helpers who can give us good ideas and warn us about potential problems, as seen in Proverbs 15:22. By seeking sound guidance, we can make better decisions and have a better chance of success, which is a principle that is also found in James 1:5, where it says that if we lack wisdom, we should ask God, who gives generously to all. By following this advice, we can trust that God will guide us and give us the wisdom we need to make good choices.
Frequently Asked Questions
What does it mean to wage war with sound guidance?
According to Proverbs 24:6, waging war with sound guidance means seeking wise counsel before making important decisions, as also emphasized in Proverbs 15:22, where it says that plans fail for lack of counsel, but with many advisers they succeed.
Why is it important to have a multitude of counselors?
Having a multitude of counselors, as mentioned in Proverbs 24:6, provides a variety of perspectives and expertise, helping to ensure that decisions are well-informed and wise, much like the principle found in Proverbs 11:14, which states that where there is no guidance, a nation falls, but in the abundance of counselors there is victory.
How does this verse apply to everyday life?
This verse applies to everyday life by reminding us to seek wise counsel and advice from others before making important decisions, whether in our personal, professional, or spiritual lives, as also encouraged in Proverbs 12:26, which says that the righteous choose their friends carefully.
What is the relationship between sound guidance and victory?
According to Proverbs 24:6, sound guidance is a key factor in achieving victory, suggesting that wise decision-making and planning are essential for success, as also seen in Joshua 1:8, where God promises success to those who meditate on His Word and follow His guidance.
Reflection Questions
- In what areas of my life do I need to seek sound guidance and a multitude of counselors?
- How can I apply the principle of seeking wise counsel to my decision-making process?
- What are some potential consequences of not seeking sound guidance before making important decisions?
- How can I cultivate a habit of seeking wisdom and guidance from others, and from God's Word?
Gill's Exposition on Proverbs 24:6
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
Jamieson-Fausset-Brown on Proverbs 24:6
For by wise counsel thou shalt make thy war: and in multitude of counsellors there is safety. Thou shalt make thy war - in accordance with thine own desires (cf. Proverbs 11:14; Proverbs 20:18, notes).
Matthew Poole's Commentary on Proverbs 24:6
War is better managed by wisdom than by strength. So this proves what he said in the last verse.
Trapp's Commentary on Proverbs 24:6
Proverbs 24:6 For by wise counsel thou shalt make thy war: and in multitude of counsellors [there is] safety.Ver. 6. For by wise counsel.] This Salust delivers as the sentence of the wisest sages, but Solomon said it long before.
Ellicott's Commentary on Proverbs 24:6
(6) Wise counsel.—See above on Proverbs 1:5. In the great spiritual fight also (Ephesians 6:12) we need wise counsel, to see the end to be aimed at, and the means of attaining it.
Adam Clarke's Commentary on Proverbs 24:6
Verse 6. By wise counsel thou shalt make thy war] See Clarke on Proverbs 20:18.
Cambridge Bible on Proverbs 24:6
6. safety] or victory, as in 2 Samuel 19:2, and perhaps in 2 Kings 5:1. The first half of this proverb occurs Proverbs 20:18, and the second Proverbs 11:14.
Whedon's Commentary on Proverbs 24:6
6. By wise counsel… war — This is a combination of two halves of proverbs which are recorded in Proverbs 11:14, and Proverbs 20:18. Compare also Proverbs 15:22. It may be considered an illustration of the preceding maxim.
Sermons on Proverbs 24:6
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Sanctification -- When It Is -- Our Standards by J.H. Collins | J.H. Collins preaches on the concept of entire sanctification, emphasizing the need for believers to cleanse themselves from all filthiness of the flesh and spirit, striving for ho |
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A Young Man's Attitude Towards Women by Paul Washer | In this sermon, the speaker addresses the loss of innocence and beauty in our culture. He laments how the simple act of touching hands can no longer evoke a sense of awe and excite |
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Turning the Tide - Part 1 by Charles Stanley | This sermon emphasizes the importance of heeding God's warnings throughout history to avoid the consequences of disobedience. It reflects on the story of Adam and Eve in the Garden |
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(Basics) 70. Proving God's Perfect Will(3) by Zac Poonen | In this sermon, the speaker discusses how to find the perfect will of God for our lives. They emphasize that in the new covenant age, God primarily speaks to us through our renewed |
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Blowing Up Your House by Jim Cymbala | In this sermon, the speaker discusses the importance of analyzing and learning from the stories in the Bible, even those with unhappy endings. He emphasizes the need to seek truth |
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What Is the True Nature of the Local Church by Ralph Sutera | The video discusses the topic of world evangelism and the three ways to witness to the world: love, unity, and joy. The speaker emphasizes that these are the only three ways God ha |
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The Lord Has Need of Them by Erlo Stegen | In this sermon, the preacher reflects on the life and testimony of a woman who lived a good life and passed away. He emphasizes the importance of following in the footsteps of Chri |