“"The wise person assaults strong cities and demolishes the fortifications in which the ungodly trusted." Do you think when Solomon said this he wanted to teach us that the wise person seized cities and demolished fortifications built from stones? Or, rather, is he indicating that the city and the walls are the doctrin…”
Origen of Alexandria, 3th c. — HOMILIES ON JOSHUA 18:3
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22A wise man scaleth the city of the mighty, and casteth down the strength of the confidence thereof.
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20There is treasure to be desired and oil in the dwelling of the wise; but a foolish man spendeth it up.
21He that followeth after righteousness and mercy findeth life, righteousness, and honour.
— Proverbs 21:22 —
23Whoso keepeth his mouth and his tongue keepeth his soul from troubles.
24Proud and haughty scorner is his name, who dealeth in proud wrath.