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For wisdom is a defense, even as money is a defense; but the excellency of knowledge is that wisdom preserves the life of him who has it.
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A Shadow of Protection
Commentators explain that the word for “defense” in this verse literally means “shadow.” Just as one finds protection from the sun under a shadow, both wisdom and money can offer a degree of protection from life's troubles and adversities.
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Ecclesiastes
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18th Century
Presbyterian
Wisdom is a defense ... - See the margin and (Psalms 121:5), that is, he who is defended from adversity by his wisdom i…
19th Century
Anglican
A defense— Literally, a shadow (Psalms 91:1; Psalms 121:5, and other similar passages). This verse…
17th Century
Reformed Baptist
For wisdom [is] a defence, [and] money [is] a defence Or, a "shadow" of refreshment and protection, under which men sit with …
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Wisdom is as good as an inheritance, indeed better. It shelters from the storms and scorching heat of trouble. Wealth will not prolong the natural …
