Proverbs 20:18 (BSB)

Set plans by consultation, and wage war under sound guidance.

From Proverbs 20. Also in the ESV.

Commentary on Proverbs 20:18

• Matthew Henry (Presbyterian), Matthew Henry's Complete Commentary on Proverbs 20:18: Note, 1. It is good in every thing to act with deliberation, and to consult with ourselves at least, and, in matters of moment, with our friends, too, before we determine, but especially to ask counsel of God, and beg direction from him, and observe the guidance of this eye.
• John Gill (Reformed Baptist), Exposition of the Old and New Testaments on Proverbs 20:18: Every purpose is established by counsel,.... Or "the thought" (f) of a man, everyone of them, what he has thought to do, formed a scheme of in his mind, and resolved upon, by taking advice of his friends, and especially by asking counsel of God, who gives, wisdom liberally, and upbraids not; he is confirmed in his good designs; and he cheerfully pursues them, and...
• Jamieson-Fausset-Brown (Reformed), Commentary Critical and Explanatory on the Whole Bible on Proverbs 20:18: (Compare Pro 15:22). Be careful and considerate in important plans.
• Keil & Delitzsch (Lutheran), Biblical Commentary on the Old Testament on Proverbs 20:18: Pro 20:18 18 Plans are established by counsel, And with prudent government make war. From the conception of a thought, practically influencing the formation of our own life and the life of the community, to its accomplishment there is always a long way which does not lead to the end unless one goes forward with counsel and strength combined, and considers all means and eventualities. The Niph.