Bible Commentary

An ungodly man diggeth up evil: and in his lips [there is] as a burning fire. 27. ungodly ] Rather, worthless, R.V. See Pro 6:12, note. diggeth up ] This is the literal meaning of the word, but it is here used metaphorically of one who digs pits for his neighbour, as a hunter for … Continue reading “Exegetical and Hermeneutical Commentary of Proverbs 16:27”

He that laboreth laboreth for himself; for his mouth craveth it of him. 26. He that laboureth laboureth for himself ] Rather, the desire, or appetite (lit. soul, see A.V. marg.) of him that laboureth, laboureth for him. The desire which craves satisfaction is the motive power, impelling to the labour by which it is … Continue reading “Exegetical and Hermeneutical Commentary of Proverbs 16:26”

There is a way that seemeth right unto a man, but the end thereof [are] the ways of death. 25. See Pro 14:12, where the same proverb occurs. Fuente: The Cambridge Bible for Schools and Colleges Pro 16:25 There is a way that seemeth right unto a man, but the end thereof are the ways … Continue reading “Exegetical and Hermeneutical Commentary of Proverbs 16:25”

Pleasant words [are as] a honeycomb, sweet to the soul, and health to the bones. 24. health ] i.e. healthy or wholesome. There is no necessary reference to any medicinal properties in honey. Comp. Pro 4:22, Pro 12:18, Pro 13:17; and Jonathan’s experience, when he was exhausted with pursuing the enemy: “See, I pray you, … Continue reading “Exegetical and Hermeneutical Commentary of Proverbs 16:24”

The heart of the wise teacheth his mouth, and addeth learning to his lips. Pro 16:23-24 The heart of the wise teacheth his mouth, and addeth learning to his lips. Ideal eloquence These two verses lead us to infer several things concerning true eloquence. I. It is the utterance of the true heart. The heart … Continue reading “Exegetical and Hermeneutical Commentary of Proverbs 16:23”

Understanding [is] a wellspring of life unto him that hath it: but the instruction of fools [is] folly. 22. unto him that hath it ]. Elsewhere the thought is of the benefit conferred upon others: “The mouth of the righteous is a fountain of life”; “The law (or teaching) of the wise is a fountain … Continue reading “Exegetical and Hermeneutical Commentary of Proverbs 16:22”

The wise in heart shall be called prudent: and the sweetness of the lips increaseth learning. 21. “He who is wise will gain respect; but if he should also possess a pleasant manner of imparting his wisdom, he will be a more efficient teacher,” Rel. Tr. Soc. Commentary. Fuente: The Cambridge Bible for Schools and … Continue reading “Exegetical and Hermeneutical Commentary of Proverbs 16:21”

He that handleth a matter wisely shall find good: and whoso trusteth in the LORD, happy [is] he. 20. He that handleth a matter wisely ] This rendering is relegated to the margin in R.V., and instead of it he that giveth heed unto the word is adopted in the text, with a reference to … Continue reading “Exegetical and Hermeneutical Commentary of Proverbs 16:20”

Better [it is to be] of a humble spirit with the lowly, than to divide the spoil with the proud. 19. the lowly ] Rather, poor, R.V. Better humble and poor than proud and rich. Fuente: The Cambridge Bible for Schools and Colleges Pro 16:19 Better it is to be of an humble spirit with … Continue reading “Exegetical and Hermeneutical Commentary of Proverbs 16:19”

Pride [goeth] before destruction, and a haughty spirit before a fall. Pro 16:18 Pride goeth before destruction, and an haughty spirit before a fall. Shame and contempt the end of pride I. Show what pride and haughtiness mean. Pride is thinking of ourselves more highly than we ought to think. It is corruption of self-love, … Continue reading “Exegetical and Hermeneutical Commentary of Proverbs 16:18”