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Proverbs 11:14
Where no counselis, the people fall: but in the multitude of counsellersthere is safety.

Proverbs 20:18
Every purpose is established by counsel: and with good advice make war.

Ecclesiastes 8:6
Because to every purpose there is time and judgment, therefore the misery of manis great upon him.

but with many advisers they succeed
The second part of the verse underscores the strength found in a multitude of counselors. In biblical times, a king's success often depended on the quality and quantity of his advisers. This principle is evident in the story of Joseph, who, as an adviser to Pharaoh, helped Egypt prepare for famine (Genesis 41:33-40). The idea of seeking multiple perspectives is also reflected in the New Testament, where the early church made decisions collectively, as seen inActs 15 during the Jerusalem Council. This phrase suggests that success is more likely when decisions are made with the input of many, reflecting the biblical value of community and collective wisdom. It also points to the ultimate wisdom found in Christ, who is described as the "Wonderful Counselor" (Isaiah 9:6), indicating that true success is rooted in divine guidance.

The verse opens, “Plans fail for lack of counsel”. Scripture treats planning as wise stewardship, not presumption.

•Proverbs 16:9 reminds us that “A man’s heart plans his course, but the LORD determines his steps,” underscoring that thoughtful strategy should sit under God’s sovereignty.

•Psalm 20:4 speaks of God granting the desires and plans of the heart, highlighting His willingness to bless initiatives that honor Him.

Well-considered plans are part of responsible discipleship, yet they remain dependent on God’s direction.

When counsel is absent, even the best-sounding ideas unravel.

•Proverbs 11:14 observes, “For lack of guidance a people fall.”

•Proverbs 12:15 warns that “the way of a fool is right in his own eyes,” spotlighting the danger of echo chambers.

A lone voice easily overlooks blind spots, misjudges timing, or succumbs to personal bias. Isolation is fertile ground for error.

God often supplies wisdom through a diversity of godly voices.

•Exodus 18:17-23 records Jethro’s timely advice that helped Moses restructure national leadership.

•Proverbs 24:6 echoes, “With guidance you wage your war, and with many advisers there is victory.”

•Acts 15 depicts the Jerusalem Council discerning doctrine together.

Healthy counsel comes from:

– mature believers who model obedience

– experienced mentors acquainted with practical realities

– peers who know us well enough to speak truth in love

Multiple advisers do not replace dependence on God; they amplify it by drawing us to collective discernment under Scripture.

The verse concludes, “but with many advisers they succeed”. Success here is more than achieving goals; it is seeing plans firmly established within God’s will.

•Psalm 1:3 describes the righteous as a tree that “yields its fruit in season…whatever he does prospers.”

•2 Chronicles 20:20 ties prosperity to believing the LORD and His prophets.

•Luke 14:28-30 affirms that measured preparation avoids half-finished towers.

When plans are bathed in prayer, tested by Scripture, and refined through godly counsel, they stand on solid ground and flourish for God’s glory.

Proverbs 15:22 teaches that while planning is wise, isolating ourselves invites failure. God designed community to supply perspective, correction, and encouragement. Welcoming many biblically grounded advisers turns fragile intentions into durable, God-honoring outcomes.

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Ἐν θυμῷ βάλληται ὁ δ αϋτ ἀχρήιος ἀνήρ (Comp.Proverbs 20:18.) In the multitude of counsellors they are established (Proverbs 24:6). We read of "counsellors" as almost regular officials in the Hebrew court, as in modern kingdoms (see1 Chronicles 27:32;Isaiah 1:26;Micah 4:9; comp.Ezra 7:28). There is, of course, the danger of secrets being divulged where counsellors are many; and there is Terence's maxim to fear, "Quot heroines, tot sententiae;" but, properly guarded and discreetly used, good counsel is above all price. Septuagint, "They who honour not councils (συνέδρια) lay aside (ὑπερτίθενται) conclusions (i.e. put off coming to any definite decision); but in the hearts of those who consult counsel abideth" (compare the parallel clause,Proverbs 19:21).

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