He who rules his spirit has won a greater victory than the taking of a city.
Source: The Bible
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He who rules his spirit has won a greater victory than the taking of a city.
I wonder what this world would be if more people trird to govern themselves rather than others? Words of great wisdom in a society more concerned about “self expression” at other peple's expense.
Can anyone tell me where I can find this passage in the Bible?
It is in the Old Testament, Proverbs 16:32, attributed to king Solomon.