1Kgs.20.11

And the king of Israel answered and said, Tell him, Let not him that girdeth on his harness boast himself as he that putteth it off.

1Kgs.20.11

The king of Israel countered, "Think about it--it's easier to start a fight than end one."

1Kgs.20.11

So the king of Israel answered and said, "Tell him, "Let not the one who puts on his armor boast like the one who takes it off."'

1Kgs.20.11

The king of Israel sent back this answer: "A warrior still dressing for battle should not boast like a warrior who has already won."