17 because God caused her to forget wisdom and did not give her understanding.
18 In her time she lifts up herself on high; she scorns the horse and his rider.
19 Hast thou given the horse strength? Hast thou clothed his neck with thunder?
20 Canst thou make him leap as a grasshopper? The glory of his nostrils is formidable.
21 He paws at the earth and rejoices in his strength; he goes forth to meet the armed men.
22 He mocks fear and is not afraid; neither does he turn his face from the sword.
23 The quiver rattles against him, the glittering spear and the shield.