Proverbs Book #18C (Commentary only)

Proverbs Book #18C (Commentary only)


Matthew Henry Concise Commentary - Chapter 18


Verse 1 If we would get knowledge and grace, we must try all
methods of improving ourselves. Verse 2 . Those make nothing
to purpose, of learning or religion, whose only design is to have
something to make a show with. Verse 3 . As soon as sin entered,
shame followed.

Verse 4 . The well-spring of wisdom in the heart of a believer,
continually supplies words of wisdom. Verse 5 . The merits of
a cause do to themselves by their ungoverned tongues!

Verse 8 . How base are those that sow contention! and what
fatal effects may be expected from small beginnings of jealousy!

Verse 9 . Omissions of duty, and in duty, are fatal to the soul, as
well as commissions( ) Lord Jesus Christ, forms a strong tower
for the believer, who relies on the Lord. How deceitful the defence
of the rich man, who has his portion and treasure in this world!

It is a strong city and a high wall only in his own conceit; for it
will fail when most in need. They will be exposed to the just
wrath of that Judge whom they despised as a Saviour.

Verse 12 . After the heart has been lifted up with pride, a fall
comes. But honour shall be the reward of humility.

Verse 13 . Eagerness, with self-conceit, will expose to shame.
Verse 14 . Firmness of mind supports under many pains and
trials. But when the conscience is tortured with remorse, no
human fortitude can bear the misery; what then will hell be?

Verse 15 . We must get knowledge, not only into our heads,
but into our hearts. Verse 16 . Blessed be the Lord, who makes
us welcome to come to his throne, without money and without
price. May his gifts make room for him in our souls.

Verse 17 . It is well to listen to our enemies, that we may form
a better judgment of ourselves. Verse 18 . It was customary
sometimes to refer matters to God, by casting lots, with solemn
prayer.

The profaning the lot, by using it in matters of diversion, or
coveting what belongs to others, forms an objection to this now.
Verse 19 . Great care must be taken to prevent quarrels among
relations and those under obligations to each other. Wisdom and
grace make it easy to forgive; but corruption makes it difficult.

Verse 20 . The belly is here put for the heart, as elsewhere;
and what that is filled with, our satisfaction will be accordingly,
and our inward peace. Verse 21 . Many a one has caused
his own death, or the death of others, by a false or injurious
tongue.

Verse 22 . A good wife is a great blessing to a man, and it is a
token of Divine favour. Verse 23 . Poverty tells men they must
not order or demand. And at the throne of God's grace we are
all poor, and must use entreaties.

Verse 24 . Christ Jesus never will forsake those who trust in and
love him. May we be such friends to others, for our Master's sake.

Having loved his own, which were in the world, he loved them
unto the end; and we are his friends if we do whatever he
commands us, ( John 15:14 ) .

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Proverbs #18

Proverbs #18


PROVERBS 18

A man who isolates himself seeks his own desire; He
rages against all wise judgment.

2 A fool has no delight in understanding, But in
expressing his own heart.

3 When the wicked comes, contempt comes also; And with
dishonor comes reproach.

4 The words of a man's mouth are deep waters; The
wellspring of wisdom is a flowing brook.

5 It is not good to show partiality to the wicked, Or
to overthrow the righteous in judgment.

6 A fool's lips enter into contention, And his mouth
calls for blows.

7 A fool's mouth is his destruction, And his lips are
the snare of his soul.

8 The words of a talebearer are like tasty trifles, And
they go down into the inmost body.

9 He who is slothful in his work Is a brother to him who
is a great destroyer.

10 The name of the Lord is a strong tower; The righteous
run to it and are safe.

11 The rich man's wealth is his strong city, And like a
high wall in his own esteem.

12 Before destruction the heart of a man is haughty, And
before honor is humility.

13 He who answers a matter before he hears it, It is
folly and shame to him.

14 The spirit of a man will sustain him in sickness,
But who can bear a broken spirit?

15 The heart of the prudent acquires knowledge, And
the ear of the wise seeks knowledge.

16 A man's gift makes room for him, And brings him
before great men.

17 The first one to plead his cause seems right, Until
his neighbor comes and examines him.

18 Casting lots causes contentions to cease, And keeps
the mighty apart.

19 A brother offended is harder to win than a strong
city, And contentions are like the bars of a castle.

20 A man's stomach shall be satisfied from the fruit
of his mouth; From the produce of his lips he shall
be filled.

21 Death and life are in the power of the tongue,
And those who love it will eat its fruit.

22 He who finds a wife finds a good thing, And
obtains favor from the Lord.

23 The poor man uses entreaties, But the rich answers
roughly.

24 A man who has friends must himself be friendly, But
there is a friend who sticks closer than a brother.

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Proverbs Book #17C (Commentary only)

Proverbs Book #17C (Commentary only)


Matthew Henry Concise Commentary - Chapter 17

Verse 1 These words recommend family love and peace, as
needful for the comfort of human life. Verse 2 . The wise
servant is more deserving, and more likely to appear one of
the family, than a profligate son. Verse 3 . God tries the heart
by affliction. He thus has often shown the sin remaining in the
heart of the believer.

Verse 4 . Flatterers, especially false teachers, are welcome to
those that live in sin. Verse 5 . Those that laugh at poverty, treat
God's providence and precepts with contempt. Verse 6 . It is an
honour to children to have wise and godly parents continued to
them, even after they are grown up and settled in the world.

Verse 7 . A fool, in Solomon's Proverbs, signifies a wicked
man, whom excellent speech does not become, because his
conversation contradicts it. Verse 8 . Those who set their
hearts upon money, will do any thing for it. What influence
should the gifts of God have on our hearts!

Verse 9 . The way to preserve peace is to make the best of
every thing; not to notice what has been said or done against
ourselves. Verse 10 . A gentle reproof will enter, not only into
the head, but into the heart of a wise man.

Verse 11 . Satan, and the messengers of Satan, shall be let
loose upon an evil man. Verse 12 . Let us watch over our own
passions, and avoid the company of furious men.

Verse 13 . To render evil for good is devilish. He that does so,
brings a curse upon his family. Verse 14 . What danger there
is in the beginning of strife! Resist its earliest display; and leave
it off, if it were possible, before you begin.

Verse 15 . It is an offence to God to acquit the guilty, or to
condemn those who are not guilty. Verse 16 . Man's neglect
of God's favour and his own interest is very absurd.

Verse 17 . No change of outward circumstances should
abate our affection for our friends or relatives. But no friend,
except Christ, deserves unlimited confidence.

In Him this text did receive, and still receives its most glorious
fulfilment. Verse 18 . Let not any wrong their families. Yet
Christ's becoming Surety for men, was a glorious display of
Divine wisdom; for he was able to discharge the bond.

Verse 19 . If we would keep a clear conscience and a quiet
mind, we must shun all excitements to anger. And a man who
affects a style of living above his means, goes the way to ruin.

Verse 20 . There is nothing got by ill designs. And many have
paid dear for an unbridled tongue. Verse 21 . This speaks very
plainly what many wise and good men feel very strongly, how
grievous it is to have a foolish, wicked child.

Verse 22 . It is great mercy that God gives us leave to be
cheerful, and cause to be cheerful, if by his grace he gives
us hearts to be cheerful. Verse 23 . The wicked are ready to
part with their money, though loved, that they may not suffer
for their crimes.

Verse 24 . The prudent man keeps the word of God continually
in view. But the foolish man cannot fix his thoughts, nor pursue
any purpose with steadiness.

Verse 25 . Wicked children despise the authority of their father,
and the tenderness of their mother. Verse 26 . It is very wrong
to find fault wise man, by the good temper of his mind, and by
the good government of his tongue.

He is careful when he does speak, to speak to the purpose. God
knows his heart, and the folly that is bound there; therefore he
cannot be deceived in his judgment as men may be.

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Proverbs #17

Proverbs #17


PROVERBS 17

Better is a dry morsel with quietness, Than a house full
of feasting with strife.

2 A wise servant will rule over a son who causes shame,
And will share an inheritance among the brothers.

3 The refining pot is for silver and the furnace for
gold, But the Lord tests the hearts.

4 An evildoer gives heed to false lips; A liar listens
eagerly to a spiteful tongue.

5 He who mocks the poor reproaches his Maker; He who is
glad at calamity will not go unpunished.

6 Children's children are the crown of old men, And the
glory of children is their father.

7 Excellent speech is not becoming to a fool, Much less
lying lips to a prince.

8 A present is a precious stone in the eyes of its
possessor; Wherever he turns, he prospers.

9 He who covers a transgression seeks love, But he who
repeats a matter separates friends.

10 Rebuke is more effective for a wise man Than a
hundred blows on a fool.

11 An evil man seeks only rebellion; Therefore a cruel
messenger will be sent against him.

12 Let a man meet a bear robbed of her cubs, Rather than
a fool in his folly.

13 Whoever rewards evil for good, Evil will not depart
from his house.

14 The beginning of strife is like releasing water;
Therefore stop contention before a quarrel starts.

15 He who justifies the wicked, and he who condemns the
just, Both of them alike are an abomination to the Lord.

16 Why is there in the hand of a fool the purchase price
of wisdom, Since he has no heart for it?

17 A friend loves at all times, And a brother is born for
adversity.

18 A man devoid of understanding shakes hands in a pledge,
And becomes surety for his friend.

19 He who loves transgression loves strife, And he who
exalts his gate seeks destruction.

20 He who has a deceitful heart finds no good, And he
who has a perverse tongue falls into evil.

21 He who begets a scoffer does so to his sorrow, And
the father of a fool has no joy.

22 A merry heart does good, like medicine, But a broken
spirit dries the bones.

23 A wicked man accepts a bribe behind the back To
pervert the ways of justice.

24 Wisdom is in the sight of him who has understanding,
But the eyes of a fool are on the ends of the earth.

25 A foolish son is a grief to his father, And bitterness
to her who bore him.

26 Also, to punish the righteous is not good, Nor to
strike princes for their uprightness.

27 He who has knowledge spares his words, And a man of
understanding is of a calm spirit.

28 Even a fool is counted wise when he holds his peace;
When he shuts his lips, he is considered perceptive.

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Proverbs Book #16C (Commentary only)

Proverbs Book #16C (Commentary only)


Matthew Henry Concise Commentary - Chapter 16

Verse 1 The renewing grace of God alone prepares the heart
for every good work. This teaches us that we are not sufficient
of ourselves to think or speak any thing wise and good.

Verse 2 . Ignorance, pride, and self-flattery render us partial
judges respecting our own conduct.

Verse 3 . Roll the burden of thy care upon God, and leave
it with him, by faith and dependence on him. Verse 4 . God
makes use of the wicked to execute righteous vengeance
on each other; and he will be glorified by their destruction
at last.

Verse 5 . Though sinners strengthen themselves and one
another, they shall not escape God's judgments.

Verse 6 . By the mercy and truth of God in Christ Jesus, the
sins of believers are taken away, and the power of sin is
broken. Verse 7 . He that has all hearts in his hand, can
make a man's enemies to be at peace with him.

Verse 8 . A small estate, honestly come by, will turn to better
account than a great estate ill-gotten. Verse 9 . If men make
God's glory their end, and his will their rule, he will direct their
steps by his Spirit and grace.

Verse 10. Let kings and judges of the earth be just, and rule in
the fear of God. Verse 11 . To observe justice in dealings
between man and man is God's appointment. Verse 12 . The
ruler that uses his power aright, will find that to be his best
security.

Verse 13 . Put those in power who know how to get the favour
of an earthly prince, and throw themselves out of God's favour.

Verse 16 . There is joy and satisfaction of spirit, only in getting
wisdom. Verse 17 . A sincerely religious man keeps at a distance
from every appearance of evil. Happy is the man that walks in
Christ, and is led by the Spirit of Christ.

Verse 18 . When men defy God's judgments, and think
themselves far from them, it is a sign they are at the door.
Let us not fear the pride of others, but fear pride in ourselves.

Verse 19 . Humility, though it exposes to contempt in the world,
is much better than high-spiritedness, which makes God an
enemy. He that understands God's word shall find good.

Verse 21 . The man whose wisdom dwells in his heart, will
be found more truly prudent than many who possess shining
talents. Verse 22 . As waters to a thirsty land, so is a wise man
to his friends and neighbours. Verse 23 . The wise man's self-
knowledge, always suggests something proper to be spoken to
others.

Verse 24 . The word of God cures the diseases that weaken
our souls. Verse 25 . This is caution to all, to take heed of
deceiving themselves as to their souls. Verse 26 . We must l
abour for the meat which endureth to everlasting life, or we
must perish and be needful to do good.

The whisperer separates friends: what a mischief they can by
force and violence, and are blind to the result. Verse 31 . Old
people especially should be found in the way of religion and
godliness. Verse 32 . To overcome our own passions, requires
more steady management, than obtaining victory over an enemy.

Verse 33 . All the disposal of Providence concerning our affairs,
we must look upon to be the determining what we referred to
God; and we must be reconciled to them accordingly.

Blessed are those that give themselves up to the will of God; for
he knows what is good for them.

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Proverbs #16

Proverbs #16


PROVERBS 16

The preparations of the heart belong to man, But the
answer of the tongue is from the Lord.

2 All the ways of a man are pure in his own eyes, But
the Lord weighs the spirits.

3 Commit your works to the Lord, And your thoughts will
be established.

4 The Lord has made all for Himself, Yes, even the
wicked for the day of doom.

5 Everyone proud in heart is an abomination to the
Lord; Though they join forces, none will go unpunished.

6 In mercy and truth Atonement is provided for iniquity;
And by the fear of the Lord one departs from evil.

7 When a man's ways please the Lord, He makes even his
enemies to be at peace with him.

8 Better is a little with righteousness, Than vast
revenues without justice.

9 A man's heart plans his way, But the Lord directs
his steps.

10 Divination is on the lips of the king; His mouth
must not transgress in judgment.

11 Honest weights and scales are the Lord's; All the
weights in the bag are His work.

12 It is an abomination for kings to commit wickedness,
For a throne is established by righteousness.

13 Righteous lips are the delight of kings, And they
love him who speaks what is right.

14 As messengers of death is the king's wrath, But a
wise man will appease it.

15 In the light of the king's face is life, And his
favor is like a cloud of the latter rain.

16 How much better to get wisdom than gold! And to get
understanding is to be chosen rather than silver.

17 The highway of the upright is to depart from evil;
He who keeps his way preserves his soul.

18 Pride goes before destruction, And a haughty spirit
before a fall.

19 Better to be of a humble spirit with the lowly, Than
to divide the spoil with the proud.

20 He who heeds the word wisely will find good, And
whoever trusts in the Lord, happy is he.

21 The wise in heart will be called prudent, And
sweetness of the lips increases learning.

22 Understanding is a wellspring of life to him who has
it. But the correction of fools is folly.

23 The heart of the wise teaches his mouth, And adds
learning to his lips.

24 Pleasant words are like a honeycomb, Sweetness to the
soul and health to the bones.

25 There is a way that seems right to a man, But its end
is the way of death.

26 The person who labors, labors for himself, For his
hungry mouth drives him on.

27 An ungodly man digs up evil, And it is on his lips
like a burning fire.

28 A perverse man sows strife, And a whisperer separates
the best of friends.

29 A violent man entices his neighbor, And leads him in
a way that is not good.

30 He winks his eye to devise perverse things; He purses
his lips and brings about evil.

31 The silver-haired head is a crown of glory, If it is
found in the way of righteousness.

32 He who is slow to anger is better than the mighty,
And he who rules his spirit than he who takes a city.

33 The lot is cast into the lap, But its every decision
is from the Lord.

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Proverbs Book #15C (Commentary only)

Proverbs Book #15C (Commentary only)


Matthew Henry Concise Commentary - Chapter 15

Verse 1 A right cause will be better pleaded with meekness
than with passion. Nothing stirs up anger like grievous words.

Verse 2 . He that has knowledge, is to use it aright, for the
good of others.

Verse 3 . Secret sins, services, and sorrows, are under God's
eye. This speaks comfort to saints, and terror to sinners.

Verse 4 . A good tongue is healing to wounded consciences,
by comforting them; to sin-sick souls, by convincing them; and
it reconciles parties at variance.

Verse 5 . If instruction is despised, reprove men rather than suffer
them to go on undisturbed in the way to ruin.

Verse 6 . The wealth of worldly men increases their fears and
suspicions, adds strength to their passions, and renders the
fear of death more distressing. Verse 7 . We use knowledge
aright when we disperse it; but the heart of the foolish has
nothing to stead of Christ's atonement, or in the place of holy
obedience.

Praying graces are his gift, and the work of his Spirit, with
which he is well pleased.

Verse 10 . He that hates reproof shall perish in his sins, since
he would not be parted from them. Verse 11 . There is nothing
that can be hid from the eyes of God, not even man's thoughts.
Verse 12 . A scorner cannot bear to reflect seriously within his
own heart. Verse 13 . A gloomy, impatient, unthankful spirit,
springing from pride and undue attachment to worldly objects,
renders a man uneasy to himself and others.

Verse 14 . A wise man seeks to gain more wisdom, growing
in grace and in the knowledge of Christ. But a carnal mind
rests contented, flattering itself. Verse 15 . Some are much
in affliction, and of a sorrowful spirit. Such are to be pitied,
prayed for, and comforted.

And others serve God with gladness of heart, and it prompts
their obedience, yet they should rejoice with trembling little; the
Lord is with them, without the cares, troubles, and temptations
which are with the wealth of the wicked.

Verse 18 . He that is slow to anger, not only prevents strife,
but appeases it, if kindled. Verse 19 . Those who have no
heart to their work, pretend that they cannot do their work
without hardship and danger. And thus many live always in
doubt about their state, because always in neglect of some
duty.

Verse 20 . Those who treat an aged mother or a father with
contempt or neglect, show their own folly. Verse 21 . Such as
are truly wise, study that their thoughts, words, and actions
should be regular, sincere, and holy.

Verse 22 . If men will not take time and pains to deliberate,
they are not likely to bring any thing to pass.

Verse 23 . Wisdom is needed to suit our discourse to the
occasions. Verse 24 . A good man sets his affections on
things above; his way leads directly thither.

Verse 25 . Pride is the ruin of multitudes. But those who are
in affliction God will support. Verse 26 . The thoughts of wicked
men offend Him who knows the heart.

Verse 27 . The covetous man lets none of his family have rest
or enjoyment. And greediness of gain often tempts to projects
that bring ruin. Verse 28 . A good man is proved to be a wise
man by this; he governs his tongue well. Verse 29 . God sets
himself at a distance from those who set him at defiance.

Verse 30 . How delightful to the humbled soul to hear the good
report of salvation by the Lord Jesus Christ! Verse 31 . Faithful,
friendly reproofs help spiritual life, and lead to eternal life.

Verse 32 . Sinners undervalue their own souls; therefore they
prefer the body before the soul, and wrong the soul to please
the body. Verse 33 . The fear of the Lord will dispose us to
search the Scriptures with reverence; and it will cause us to
follow the leadings of the Holy Spirit.

While we humbly place all our dependence on the grace of
God, we are exalted in the righteousness of Christ.

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Proverbs #15

Proverbs #15


PROVERBS 15

A soft answer turns away wrath, But a harsh word
stirs up anger.

2 The tongue of the wise uses knowledge rightly, But
the mouth of fools pours forth foolishness.

3 The eyes of the Lord are in every place, Keeping watch
on the evil and the good.

4 A wholesome tongue is a tree of life, But perverseness
in it breaks the spirit.

5 A fool despises his father's instruction, But he who
receives correction is prudent.

6 In the house of the righteous there is much treasure,
But in the revenue of the wicked is trouble.

7 The lips of the wise disperse knowledge, But the heart
of the fool does not do so.

8 The sacrifice of the wicked is an abomination to the
Lord, But the prayer of the upright is His delight.

9 The way of the wicked is an abomination to the Lord,
But He loves him who follows righteousness.

10 Harsh discipline is for him who forsakes the way,
And he who hates correction will die.

11 Hell and Destruction are before the Lord; So how
much more the hearts of the sons of men.

12 A scoffer does not love one who corrects him, Nor
will he go to the wise.

13 A merry heart makes a cheerful countenance, But by
sorrow of the heart the spirit is broken.

14 The heart of him who has understanding seeks
knowledge, But the mouth of fools feeds on
foolishness.

15 All the days of the afflicted are evil, But he who
is of a merry heart has a continual feast.

16 Better is a little with the fear of the Lord, Than
great treasure with trouble.

17 Better is a dinner of herbs where love is, Than a
fatted calf with hatred.

18 A wrathful man stirs up strife, But he who is slow
to anger allays contention.

19 The way of the lazy man is like a hedge of thorns,
But the way of the upright is a highway.

20 A wise son makes a father glad, But a foolish man
despises his mother.

21 Folly is joy to him who is destitute of discernment,
But a man of understanding walks uprightly.

22 Without counsel, plans go awry, But in the multitude
of counselors they are established.

23 A man has joy by the answer of his mouth, And a word
spoken in due season, how good it is!

24 The way of life winds upward for the wise, That he
may turn away from hell below.

25 The Lord will destroy the house of the proud, But
He will establish the boundary of the widow.

26 The thoughts of the wicked are an abomination to the
Lord, But the words of the pure are pleasant.

27 He who is greedy for gain troubles his own house,
But he who hates bribes will live.

28 The heart of the righteous studies how to answer,
But the mouth of the wicked pours forth evil.

29 The Lord is far from the wicked, But He hears the
prayer of the righteous.

30 The light of the eyes rejoices the heart, And a good
report makes the bones healthy.

31 The ear that hears the rebukes of life Will abide
among the wise.

32 He who disdains instruction despises his own soul,
But he who heeds rebuke gets understanding.

33 The fear of the Lord is the instruction of wisdom,
And before honor is humility.

God Bless you -
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Proverbs Book #14C (Commentary only)

Proverbs Book #14C (Commentary only)


Matthew Henry Concise Commentary - Chapter 14


Verse 1 A woman who has no fear of God, who is wilful and
wasteful, and indulges her ease, will as certainly ruin her family,
as if she plucked her house down. Verse 2 . Here are grace and
sin in their true colours.

Those that despise God's precepts and promises, despise
God and all his power and mercy. Verse 3 . Pride grows from
that root of bitterness which is in the heart. The root must be
plucked up, or we cannot conquer this branch. The prudent
words of wise men get them out of difficulties.

Verse 4 . There can be no advantage without something which,
though of little moment, will affright the indolent.

Verse 5 . A conscientious witness will not dare to represent
anything otherwise than according to his knowledge. Verse 6 .
A scorner treats Divine things with contempt. He that feels
his ignorance and unworthiness will search the Scriptures in
a humble spirit. Verse 7 . We discover a wicked man if there
is no savour of piety in his discourse.

Verse 8 . We are travellers, whose concern is, not to spy out
wonders, but to get to their journey's end; to understand the
rules we are to walk by, also the ends we are to walk toward.
The bad man cheats himself, and goes on in his mistake.

Verse 9 . Foolish and profane men consider sin a mere trifle,
to be made light of rather than mourned over. Fools mock at
the sin-offering; but those that make light of sin, make light of
Christ.

Verse 10 . We do not know what stings of conscience, or
consuming passions, torment the prosperous sinner. Nor does
the world know the peace of mind a serious Christian enjoys,
even in poverty and sickness. Verse 11 . Sin ruins many great
families; whilst righteousness often raises and strengthens even
mean families.

Verse 12 . The ways of carelessness, of worldliness, and of
sensuality, seem right to those that walk in them; but self-
deceivers prove self-destroyers. See the vanity of carnal mirth.

Verse 14 . Of all sinners backsliders will have the most terror
when they reflect on their own ways. Verse 15 . Eager readiness
to believe what others say, has ever proved mischievous. The whole
world was thus ruined at first. The man who is spiritually wise,
depends on the Saviour alone for acceptance. He is watchful
against the enemies of his salvation, by taking heed to God's
word.

Verse 16 . Holy fear guards against every thing unholy.

Verse 17 . An angry man is to be pitied as well as blamed; but
the revengeful is more hateful. Verse 18 . Sin is the shame of
sinners; but wisdom is the honour of the wise.

Verse 19 . Even bad men acknowledge the excellency of God's
people. Verse 20 . Friendship in the world is governed by self-
interest. It is good to have God our Friend; he will not desert us.

Verse 21 . To despise a man for his employment or appearance
is a sin. Verse 22 . How wisely those consult their own interest,
who not only do good, but devise it! Verse 23 . Labour of the
head, or of the hand, will turn to some good account. But if men's
religion runs all out in talk and noise, they will come to nothing.

Verse 24 . The riches of men of wisdom and piety enlarge their
usefulness. Verse 25 . An upright man will venture. Those
who fear the Lord so as to obey and serve him, have a
strong ground of confidence, and will be preserved.

Let us seek to this Fountain of life, that we may escape
the snares of death. Verse 28 . Let all that wish well to
the kingdom of Christ, do what they can, that many may
be added to his church.

Verse 29 . A mild, patient man is one that learns of Christ, who
is Wisdom itself. Unbridled passion is folly made known.

Verse 30 . An upright, contented, and benevolent mind, tends
to health. Verse 31 . To oppress the poor is to reproach our
Creator. Verse 32 . The wicked man has his soul forced from
him; he dies in his sins, under the guilt and power of them. But
godly men, though they have pain and some dread of death,
have the blessed hope, which God, who cannot lie, has given
them.

Verse 33 . Wisdom possesses the heart, and thus regulates the
affections and tempers. Verse 34 . Piety and holiness always
promote industry, sobriety, and honesty.

Verse 35 . The great King who reigns over heaven and earth,
will reward faithful servants who honour his gospel by the proper
discharge of the duties of their stations: he despises not the
services of the lowest.

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Proverbs #14

Proverbs #14


PROVERBS 14

The wise woman builds her house, But the foolish pulls
it down with her hands.

2 He who walks in his uprightness fears the Lord, But
he who is perverse in his ways despises Him.

3 In the mouth of a fool is a rod of pride, But the lips
of the wise will preserve them.

4 Where no oxen are, the trough is clean; But much
increase comes by the strength of an ox.

5 A faithful witness does not lie, But a false witness
will utter lies.

6 A scoffer seeks wisdom and does not find it, But
knowledge is easy to him who understands.

7 Go from the presence of a foolish man, When you do
not perceive in him the lips of knowledge.

8 The wisdom of the prudent is to understand his way,
But the folly of fools is deceit.

9 Fools mock at sin, But among the upright there is favor.

10 The heart knows its own bitterness, And a stranger
does not share its joy.

11 The house of the wicked will be overthrown, But the
tent of the upright will flourish.

12 There is a way that seems right to a man, But its
end is the way of death.

13 Even in laughter the heart may sorrow, And the end
of mirth may be grief.

14 The backslider in heart will be filled with his own
ways, But a good man will be satisfied from above.

15 The simple believes every word, But the prudent
considers well his steps.

16 A wise man fears and departs from evil, But a fool
rages and is self-confident.

17 A quick-tempered man acts foolishly, And a man of
wicked intentions is hated.

18 The simple inherit folly, But the prudent are
crowned with knowledge.

19 The evil will bow before the good, And the wicked
at the gates of the righteous.

20 The poor man is hated even by his own neighbor,
But the rich has many friends.

21 He who despises his neighbor sins; But he who has
mercy on the poor, happy is he.

22 Do they not go astray who devise evil? But mercy
and truth belong to those who devise good.

23 In all labor there is profit, But idle chatter
leads only to poverty.

24 The crown of the wise is their riches, But the
foolishness of fools is folly.

25 A true witness delivers souls, But a deceitful
witness speaks lies.

26 In the fear of the Lord there is strong confidence,
And His children will have a place of refuge.

27 The fear of the Lord is a fountain of life, To
turn one away from the snares of death.

28 In a multitude of people is a king's honor, But in
the lack of people is the downfall of a prince.

29 He who is slow to wrath has great understanding,
But he who is impulsive exalts folly.

30 A sound heart is life to the body, But envy is
rottenness to the bones.

31 He who oppresses the poor reproaches his Maker,
But he who honors Him has mercy on the needy.

32 The wicked is banished in his wickedness, But the
righteous has a refuge in his death.

33 Wisdom rests in the heart of him who has understanding,
But what is in the heart of fools is made known.

34 Righteousness exalts a nation, But sin is a reproach
to any people.

35 The king's favor is toward a wise servant, But his
wrath is against him who causes shame.

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Proverbs Book #13C (Commentary only)

Proverbs Book #13C (Commentary only)


Matthew Henry Concise Commentary - Chapter 13

Verse 1 There is great hope of those that reverence their parents.
There is little hope of any who will not hear those that deal
faithfully with them. Verse 2 By our words we must be
justified or condemned. (Verse 3) He that thinks before he
speaks, that suppresses evil if he have thought it, keeps his
soul from a great deal both of guilt and grief.

Many a one is ruined by an ungoverned tongue. Verse 4 The
slothful desire the gains the diligent get, but hate the pains the
diligent take; therefore they have nothing. This is especially true
as to the soul. Verse 5 Where sin reigns, the man is loathsome.
If his conscience were awake, he would abhor himself, and repent
in dust and ashes.

Verse 6 . An honest desire to do right, preserves a man from
fatal mistakes, better than a thousand fine-drawn distinctions.

Verse 7 . Some who are really poor, trade and spend as if
they were rich: this is sin, and will be shame, and it will
end accordingly.

Some that are really rich, would be thought to be poor: in this
there is want of gratitude to God, want of justice and charity to
others. There are many hypocrites, empty of grace, who will not
be convinced of their poverty.

There are many fearing Christians, who are spiritually rich, yet
think themselves poor; by their doubts, and complaints, and
griefs, they make themselves poor.

Verse 8 . Great riches often tempt to violence against those
that possess them; but the poor are free from such perils.
Verse 9 . The light of the righteous is as that of the sun, which
may be eclipsed and clouded, but will continue: the Spirit is their
Light, he gives a fulness of joy: that of the wicked is as a lamp
of their own kindling, easily put out.

Verse 10 . All contentions, whether between private persons,
families, churches, or nations, are begun and carried forward by
pride. Disputes would be easily prevented or ended, if it were
not for pride.

Verse 11 . Wealth gotten by dishonesty or vice, has a secret
curse, which will speedily waste it. Verse 12 . The delay of
what is anxiously hoped for, is very painful to the mind; obtaining
it is very pleasant. But spiritual blessings are chiefly intended.

Verse 13 . He that stands in awe of God, and reverences his
word, shall escape destruction, and be rewarded for his godly
fear. Verse 14 . The rule by which the wise regulate their conduct,
is a fountain yielding life and happiness.

Verse 15 . The way of sinners is hard upon others, and hard
to the sinner himself. The service of sin is slavery; the road to
hell is strewed with the thorns and thistles that followed the curse.
Verse 16 . It is folly to talk of things of which we know nothing,
and to undertake what we are no way fit for.

Verse 17 . Those that are wicked, and false to Christ and to the
souls of men, do mischief, and fall into mischief; but those that
are faithful, find sound words healing to others and to themselves.

Verse 18 . He that scorns to be taught, will certainly be brought
down. Verse 19 . There are in man strong desires after happiness;
but never let those expect any thing truly sweet to their souls,
who will not be persuaded to leave their sins.

Verse 20 . Multitudes are brought to ruin by bad company.
And all that make themselves wicked will be destroyed.

Verse 21 . When God pursues sinners he is sure to overtake
them; and he will reward the righteous. Verse 22 . The servant
of God who is not anxious about riches, takes the best method
of providing for his children.

Verse 23 . The poor, yet industrious, thrive, though in a homely
manner, while those who have great riches are often brought to
poverty for want of judgment. Verse 24 . He acts as if he hated
his child, who, by false indulgence, permits sinful habits to gather
strength, which will bring sorrow here, and misery hereafter.

Verse 25 . It is the misery of the wicked, that even their sensual
appetites are always craving. The righteous feeds on the word
and ordinances, to the satisfying of his soul with the promises of
the gospel, and the Lord Jesus Christ, who is the Bread of life.

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Proverbs #13

Proverbs #13


PROVERBS 13

A wise son heeds his father's instruction, But a scoffer
does not listen to rebuke.

2 A man shall eat well by the fruit of his mouth, But
the soul of the unfaithful feeds on violence.

3 He who guards his mouth preserves his life, But he
who opens wide his lips shall have destruction.

4 The soul of a lazy man desires, and has nothing; But
the soul of the diligent shall be made rich.

5 A righteous man hates lying, But a wicked man is
loathsome and comes to shame.

6 Righteousness guards him whose way is blameless, But
wickedness overthrows the sinner.

7 There is one who makes himself rich, yet has nothing;
And one who makes himself poor, yet has great riches.

8 The ransom of a man's life is his riches, But the poor
does not hear rebuke.

9 The light of the righteous rejoices, But the lamp of
the wicked will be put out.

10 By pride comes nothing but strife, But with the well-
advised is wisdom.

11 Wealth gained by dishonesty will be diminished, but
he who gathers by labor will increase.

12 Hope deferred makes the heart sick, But when the
desire comes, it is a tree of life.

13 He who despises the word will be destroyed, But he
who fears the commandment will be rewarded.

14 The law of the wise is a fountain of life, To turn
one away from the snares of death.

15 Good understanding gains favor, But the way of the
unfaithful is hard.

16 Every prudent man acts with knowledge, But a fool
lays open his folly.

17 A wicked messenger falls into trouble, But a
faithful ambassador brings health.

18 Poverty and shame will come to him who disdains
correction, But he who regards a rebuke will be
honored.

19 A desire accomplished is sweet to the soul, But it
is an abomination to fools to depart from evil.

20 He who walks with wise men will be wise, But the
companion of fools will be destroyed.

21 Evil pursues sinners, But to the righteous, good
shall be repaid.

22 A good man leaves an inheritance to his children's
children, But the wealth of the sinner is stored up
for the righteous.

23 Much food is in the fallow ground of the poor, And
for lack of justice there is waste.

24 He who spares his rod hates his son, But he who
loves him disciplines him promptly.

25 The righteous eats to the satisfying of his soul,
But the stomach of the wicked shall be in want.

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Proverbs Book #12C (Commentary only)

Proverbs Book #12C (Commentary only)


Matthew Henry Concise Commentary - Chapter 12


Verse 1 Those who have grace, will delight in the instructions
given them. Those that stifle their convictions, are like brutes.
Verse 2 . The man who covers selfish and vicious designs
under a profession of religion or friendship, will be condemned.

Verse 3 . Though men may advance themselves by sinful arts,
they cannot settle and secure themselves. But those who by
faith are rooted in Christ, are firmly fixed.

Verse 4 . A wife who is pious, prudent, and looks well to the
ways of her household, who makes conscience of her duty,
and can bear crosses; such a one is an honour and comfort
to her husband. She that is the reverse of this, preys upon him,
and consumes him.

Verse 5 . Thoughts are not free; they are under the Divine
knowledge, therefore under the Divine command. It is a man's
shame to act with deceit, with trick and design.

Verse 6 . Wicked people speak mischief to their neighbours.
A man may sometimes do a good work with one good word.
Verse 7 . God's blessing is often continued to the families of
godly men, while the wicked are overthrown. Verse 8 .

The apostles showed wisdom by glorying in shame for the
name of Christ. Verse 9 . He that lives in a humble state, who
has no one to wait upon him, but gets bread by his own labour,
is happier than he that glories in high birth or gay attire, and
wants necessaries.

Verse 10 . A godly man would not put even an animal to
needless pain. But the wicked often speak of others as well
used, when they would not endure like treatment for a single
day. Verse 11 .It is men's wisdom to mind their business, and
follow an honest calling. But it is folly to neglect business; and
the grace of God teaches men to disdain nothing but sin.

Verse 12 . When the ungodly see others prosper by sin,
they wish they could act in the same way. But the root of
Divine grace, in the heart of the righteous, produces other
desires and purposes.

Verse 13 . Many a man has paid dear in this world for the
transgression of his lips. Verse 14 . When men use their
tongues aright, to teach and comfort others, they enjoy
acceptance through Christ Jesus; and the testimony of their
conscience, that they in some measure answer the end of
their being.

Verse 15 . A fool, in the sense of Scripture, means a wicked
man, one who acts contrary to the wisdom that is from above.
His rule is, to do what is right in his own eyes. Verse 16 . A
foolish man is soon angry, and is hasty in expressing it; he is
ever in trouble and running into mischief. It is kindness to
ourselves to make light of injuries and affronts, instead of
making the worst of them.

Verse 17 . It is good for all to dread and detest the sin of
lying, and to be governed by honesty. Verse 18 . Whisperings
and evil surmises, like a sword, separate those that have been
dear to each other. The tongue of the wise is health, making
all whole. Verse 19 . If truth be spoken, it will hold good;
whoever may be disobliged, still it will keep its ground.

Verse 20 . Deceit and falsehood bring terrors and perplexities.
But those who consult the peace and happiness of others
have joy in their own minds. Verse 21 . If men are sincerely
righteous, the righteous God has engaged that no evil shall
happen to them. But they that delight in mischief shall have
enough of it.

Verse 22 . Make conscience of truth, not only in words, but
in actions. Verse 23 . Foolish men proclaim to all the folly
and emptiness of their minds. Verse 24 . Those who will not
take pains in an honest calling, living by tricks and dishonesty,
are paltry and beggarly. Verse 25 . Care, fear, and sorrow,
upon the spirits, deprive men of vigour in what is to be done,
or courage in what is to be borne. A good word from God,
applied by faith, makes the heart glad.

Verse 26 . The righteous is abundant; though not in this
world's goods, yet in the graces and comforts of the Spirit,
which are the true riches. Evil men vainly flatter themselves
that their ways are not wrong.

Verse 27 . The slothful man makes no good use of the
advantages Providence puts in his way, and has no comfort
in them. The substance of a diligent man, though not great,
does good to him and his family. He sees that God gives it to
him in answer to prayer. Verse 28 . The way of religion is a
straight, plain way; it is the way of righteousness.

There is not only life at the end, but life in the way; all true comfort.

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Proverbs #12

Proverbs #12


PROVERBS 12

Whoever loves instruction loves knowledge, But he who
hates correction is stupid.

2 A good man obtains favor from the Lord, But a man of
wicked intentions He will condemn.

3 A man is not established by wickedness, But the root
of the righteous cannot be moved.

4 An excellent wife is the crown of her husband, But
she who causes shame is like rottenness in his bones.

5 The thoughts of the righteous are right, But the
counsels of the wicked are deceitful.

6 The words of the wicked are, "Lie in wait for blood,"
But the mouth of the upright will deliver them.

7 The wicked are overthrown and are no more, But the
house of the righteous will stand.

8 A man will be commended according to his wisdom, But
he who is of a perverse heart will be despised.

9 Better is the one who is slighted but has a servant,
Than he who honors himself but lacks bread.

10 A righteous man regards the life of his animal, But
the tender mercies of the wicked are cruel.

11 He who tills his land will be satisfied with bread,
But he who follows frivolity is devoid of understanding.

12 The wicked covet the catch of evil men, But the root
of the righteous yields fruit.

13 The wicked is ensnared by the transgression of his
lips, But the righteous will come through trouble.

14 A man will be satisfied with good by the fruit of
his mouth, And the recompense of a man's hands will be
rendered to him.

15 The way of a fool is right in his own eyes, But he
who heeds counsel is wise.

16 A fool's wrath is known at once, But a prudent man
covers shame.

17 He who speaks truth declares righteousness, But a
false witness, deceit.

18 There is one who speaks like the piercings of a
sword, But the tongue of the wise promotes health.

19 The truthful lip shall be established forever, But
a lying tongue is but for a moment.

20 Deceit is in the heart of those who devise evil, But
counselors of peace have joy.

21 No grave trouble will overtake the righteous, But
the wicked shall be filled with evil.

22 Lying lips are an abomination to the Lord, But those
who deal truthfully are His delight.

23 A prudent man conceals knowledge, But the heart of
fools proclaims foolishness.

24 The hand of the diligent will rule, But the lazy man
will be put to forced labor.

25 Anxiety in the heart of man causes depression, But a
good word makes it glad.

26 The righteous should choose his friends carefully,
For the way of the wicked leads them astray.

27 The lazy man does not roast what he took in hunting,
But diligence is man's precious possession.

28 In the way of righteousness is life, And in its
pathway there is no death.

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Proverbs Book #11C (Commentary only)

Proverbs Book #11C (Commentary only)


Matthew Henry Concise Commentary - Chapter 11


Verse 1 However men may make light of giving short weight
or measure, and however common such crimes may be, they
are an abomination to the Lord. Verse 2 . Considering how
safe, and quiet, and easy the humble are, we see that with the
lowly is wisdom. Verse 3 . An honest man's principles are
fixed, therefore his way is plain.

Verse 4 . The ways of wickedness are dangerous. And sin
will be its own punishment. Verse 7 . When a godly man dies,
all his fears vanish; but when a wicked man dies, his hopes
vanish. Verse 8 . The righteous are often wonderfully kept
from going into dangerous situations, and the ungodly go in
their stead.

Verse 9 . Hypocrites delude men into error and sin by artful
objections against the truths of down.

Verse 12 . A man of understanding does not judge of others
by their success. Verse 13 . A faithful man will not disclose
what he is trusted with, unless the honour of God and the
real good of society require it. Verse 14 . We shall often find
it to our advantage to advise with others.

Verse 15 . The welfare of our families, our own peace, and our
ability to pay just debts, must not be brought into danger. But
here especially let us consider the grace of our Lord Jesus
Christ in becoming Surety even for enemies. Verse 16 . A pious
and discreet woman will keep esteem and respect, as strong
men keep possession of wealth.

Verse 17 . A cruel, froward, ill-natured man, is vexatious to
those that are, and should be to him as his own flesh, and
punishes himself.

Verse 18 . He that makes it his business to do good, shall
have a reward, as sure to him as eternal truth can make it.
Verse 19 . True holiness is true happiness. The more violent
a man is in sinful pursuits, the more he hastens his own
destruction. Verse 20 . Nothing is more hateful to God, than
hypocrisy and double dealing, which are here signified. God
delights in such as aim and act with uprightness.

Verse 21 . Joining together in sin shall not protect the sinners.

Verse 22 . Beauty is abused by those who have not discretion
or modesty with it. This is true of all bodily endowments.
Verse 23 . The wicked desire mischief to others, but it shall
return upon themselves. Verse 24 . A man may grow poor by
not paying just debts, not relieving the poor, not allowing needful
expenses. Let men be ever so saving of what they have, if God
appoints, it comes to nothing.

Verse 25 . Both in temporal and spiritual things, God commonly
deals with his people according to the measure by which they
deal with their brethren. Verse 26 . We must not hoard up the gifts
of God's bounty, merely for our own advantage.

Verse 27 . Seeking mischief is here set against seeking good;
for those that are not doing good are doing hurt, even to themselves.
Verse 28 . The true believer is a branch of the living Vine. When
those that take root in the world wither, those who are grafted into
Christ shall be fruitful.

Verse 29 . He that brings trouble upon himself and his family,
by carelessness, or by wickedness, shall be unable to keep
and enjoy what he gets, as a man is unable to hold the wind,
or to satisfy himself with it. Verse 30 . The righteous are as
trees of life; and their influence upon earth, like the fruits of
that tree, support and nourish the spiritual life in many.

Verse 31 . Even the righteous, when they offend on earth,
shall meet with sharp corrections; much more will the wicked
meet the due reward of their sins.

Let us then seek those blessings which our Surety purchased
by his sufferings and death; let us seek to copy his example,
and to keep his commandments.

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Proverbs #11

Proverbs #11


PROVERBS 11


Dishonest scales are an abomination to the Lord, But
a just weight is His delight.

2 When pride comes, then comes shame; But with the humble
is wisdom.

3 The integrity of the upright will guide them, But the
perversity of the unfaithful will destroy them.

4 Riches do not profit in the day of wrath, But
righteousness delivers from death.

5 The righteousness of the blameless will direct his
way aright, But the wicked will fall by his own wickedness.

6 The righteousness of the upright will deliver them, But
the unfaithful will be caught by their lust.

7 When a wicked man dies, his expectation will perish,
And the hope of the unjust perishes.

8 The righteous is delivered from trouble, And it comes
to the wicked instead.

9 The hypocrite with his mouth destroys his neighbor, But
through knowledge the righteous will be delivered.

10 When it goes well with the righteous, the city rejoices;
And when the wicked perish, there is jubilation.

11 By the blessing of the upright the city is exalted, But
it is overthrown by the mouth of the wicked.

12 He who is devoid of wisdom despises his neighbor, But
a man of understanding holds his peace.

13 A talebearer reveals secrets, But he who is of a
faithful spirit conceals a matter.

14 Where there is no counsel, the people fall; But in
the multitude of counselors there is safety.

15 He who is surety for a stranger will suffer, But one
who hates being surety is secure.

16 A gracious woman retains honor, But ruthless men
retain riches.

17 The merciful man does good for his own soul, But he
who is cruel troubles his own flesh.

18 The wicked man does deceptive work, But he who sows
righteousness will have a sure reward.

19 As righteousness leads to life, So he who pursues
evil pursues it to his own death.

20 Those who are of a perverse heart are an abomination
to the Lord, But the blameless in their ways are His
delight.

21 Though they join forces, the wicked will not go
unpunished; But the posterity of the righteous will
be delivered.

22 As a ring of gold in a swine's snout, So is a lovely
woman who lacks discretion.

23 The desire of the righteous is only good, But the
expectation of the wicked is wrath.

24 There is one who scatters, yet increases more; And
there is one who withholds more than is right, But it
leads to poverty.

25 The generous soul will be made rich, And he who waters
will also be watered himself.

26 The people will curse him who withholds grain, But
blessing will be on the head of him who sells it.

27 He who earnestly seeks good finds favor, But trouble
will come to him who seeks evil.

28 He who trusts in his riches will fall, But the
righteous will flourish like foliage.

29 He who troubles his own house will inherit the wind,
And the fool will be servant to the wise of heart.

30 The fruit of the righteous is a tree of life, And he
who wins souls is wise.

31 If the righteous will be recompensed on the earth,
How much more the ungodly and the sinner.

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Proverbs Book #10C (Commentary only)

Proverbs Book #10C (Commentary only)


Matthew Henry Concise Commentary - Chapter 10

Through the whole of the Proverbs, we are to look for somewhat
beyond the first sense the passage may imply, and this we shall
find to be Christ. He is the Wisdom so often spoken of in this
book.

Verse 1 The comfort of parents much depends on their children;
and the righteous may be poor, the Lord will not suffer him to
want what is needful for spiritual life. Verse 4 . Those who are
fervent in spirit, serving the Lord, are likely to be rich in faith,
and rich in good works. Verse 5 . Here is just blame of those who
trifle away opportunities, both for here and for hereafter.

Verse 6 . Abundance of blessings shall abide on good men;
real blessings. Verse 7 . Both the just and the wicked must die;
but between their souls there is a vast difference. Verse 8 .
The wise in heart puts his knowledge in practice.

Verse 9 . Dissemblers, after all their shuffling, will be exposed.

Verse 10 . Trick and artifice will be no excuse for iniquity.

Verse 11 . The good man's mouth is always open to teach,
comfort, and correct others. Verse 12 . Where there is hatred,
every thing stirs up strife. By bearing with each other, peace
and harmony are preserved.

Verse 13 . Those that foolishly go on in wicked ways, prepare
rods for themselves. Verse 14 . Whatever knowledge may be
useful, we must lay it up, that it may not be to seek when we
want it. The wise gain this wisdom by reading, by hearing the
word, by meditation, by prayer, by faith in Christ, who is made
of God unto us wisdom.

Verse 15 . This refers to the common mistakes both of rich
and poor, as to their outward condition.

Rich people's wealth exposes them to many dangers; while
a poor man may live comfortably, if he is content, keeps a
good conscience, and lives by faith. Verse 16 . Perhaps a
righteous man has no more than what he works hard for,
but that labour tends to life.

Verse 17 . The traveller that has missed his way, and cannot
bear to be told of it, and to be shown the right way, must err
still. Verse 18 . He is especially a fool who thinks to hide
anything from God; and malice is no better. Verse 19 . Those
that speak much, speak much amiss. He that checks himself
is a wise the just is sincere, freed from the dross of guile and
evil design.

Pious discourse is spiritual food to the needy. Fools die for
want of a heart, so the word is; for want of thought. Verse 22 .
That wealth which is truly desirable, has no vexation of spirit
in the enjoyment; no grief for the loss; no guilt by the abuse
of it. What comes from the love of God, has the grace of God
for its companion.

Verse 23 . Only foolish and wicked men divert themselves with
doing harm to others, or tempting to sin. Verse 24 . The largest
desire of eternal blessings the righteous can form, will be
granted. Verse 25 . The course of prosperous sinners is like a
whirlwind, which soon spends itself, and is gone.

Verse 26 . As vinegar sets the teeth on edge, and as the smoke
causes the eyes is he that loves life? Let him fear God, and
that will secure to him life enough in this world, and eternal life
in the other. Verse 29 . The believer grows stronger in faith, and
obeys with increased delight.

Verse 30 . The wicked would be glad to have this earth their
home for ever, but it cannot be so. They must die wisely for
the benefit of others. But it is the sin, and will be the ruin of a
wicked man, that he speaks what is displeasing to God, and
provoking to those he converses with.

The righteous is kept by the power of God; and nothing shall be
able to separate him from the love of God which is in Christ Jesus.

God Bless you -
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Proverbs #10

Proverbs #10


PROVERBS 10
“Wise Sayings of Solomon”


The proverbs of Solomon:

A wise son makes a glad father, But a foolish son is
the grief of his mother.

2 Treasures of wickedness profit nothing, But
righteousness delivers from death.

3 The Lord will not allow the righteous soul to famish,
But He casts away the desire of the wicked.

4 He who has a slack hand becomes poor, But the hand of
the diligent makes rich.

5 He who gathers in summer is a wise son; He who sleeps
in harvest is a son who causes shame.

6 Blessings are on the head of the righteous, But
violence covers the mouth of the wicked.

7 The memory of the righteous is blessed, But the name
of the wicked will rot.

8 The wise in heart will receive commands, But a prating
fool will fall.

9 He who walks with integrity walks securely, But he who
perverts his ways will become known.

10 He who winks with the eye causes trouble, But a
prating fool will fall.

11 The mouth of the righteous is a well of life, But
violence covers the mouth of the wicked.

12 Hatred stirs up strife, But love covers all sins.

13 Wisdom is found on the lips of him who has
understanding, But a rod is for the back of him who
is devoid of understanding.

14 Wise people store up knowledge, But the mouth of
the foolish is near destruction.

15 The rich man's wealth is his strong city; The
destruction of the poor is their poverty.

16 The labor of the righteous leads to life, The wages
of the wicked to sin.

17 He who keeps instruction is in the way of life, But
he who refuses correction goes astray.

18 Whoever hides hatred has lying lips, And whoever
spreads slander is a fool.

19 In the multitude of words sin is not lacking, But
he who restrains his lips is wise.

20 The tongue of the righteous is choice silver; The
heart of the wicked is worth little.

21 The lips of the righteous feed many, But fools die
for lack of wisdom.

22 The blessing of the Lord makes one rich, And He adds
no sorrow with it.

23 To do evil is like sport to a fool, But a man of
understanding has wisdom.

24 The fear of the wicked will come upon him, And the
desire of the righteous will be granted.

25 When the whirlwind passes by, the wicked is no more,
But the righteous has an everlasting foundation.

26 As vinegar to the teeth and smoke to the eyes, So is
the lazy man to those who send him.

27 The fear of the Lord prolongs days, But the years of
the wicked will be shortened.

28 The hope of the righteous will be gladness, But the
expectation of the wicked will perish.

29 The way of the Lord is strength for the upright, But
destruction will come to the workers of iniquity.

30 The righteous will never be removed, But the wicked
will not inhabit the earth.

31 The mouth of the righteous brings forth wisdom, But
the perverse tongue will be cut out.

32 The lips of the righteous know what is acceptable,
But the mouth of the wicked what is perverse.

God Bless you -
Chip Tarver
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