Proverbs 24:1-34
5. Read, 'A wise man is better than a warrior, and a man of knowledge than a man of strength.'... [ Continue Reading ]
5. Read, 'A wise man is better than a warrior, and a man of knowledge than a man of strength.'... [ Continue Reading ]
When put on his trial 'in the gate' of the city, where public business was usually transacted, he has nothing to say (Matthew 22:12).... [ Continue Reading ]
Adversity is sent to bring out your strength: if you are slack and irresolute in the day of trial you are proved to be a weakling. 11, 12. Do not seek to evade your responsibilities (Genesis 4:9; James 4:17). 13, 14. Wisdom is as sweet as honey.... [ Continue Reading ]
SEVEN] an indefinite, but considerable number. The wrath will now fall on you.... [ Continue Reading ]
CANDLE] RV 'lamp' (Proverbs 31:18). 21, 22. Take no part in conspiracies and revolutions. 23-34. is a short collection of sayings, with the heading, 'These also are sayings of the wise.'... [ Continue Reading ]
_Every man_, etc.] 'He Kisseth the lips': i.e. behaves as a true friend.... [ Continue Reading ]
Before 'building the house' (i.e. getting married), make proper provision.... [ Continue Reading ]
This is in opposition to the ancient law of retaliation (Exodus 21:23; Leviticus 24:17; Deuteronomy 19:21).... [ Continue Reading ]