Bible Commentary

In the way of righteousness [is] life; and [in] the pathway [thereof there is] no death. 28. no death ] The rendering to death, i.e. the pathway (sc. common and well-trodden, or, of evil men) leadeth to death, is supported by LXX. , and Vulg. ducit ad mortem. Fuente: The Cambridge Bible for Schools and … Continue reading “Exegetical and Hermeneutical Commentary of Proverbs 12:28”

The slothful [man] roasteth not that which he took in hunting: but the substance of a diligent man [is] precious. 27. roasteth not ] i.e. will not take the trouble to dress the animal which he has caught; or, better, never catches an animal to dress. Others, however, would render the word (which occurs nowhere … Continue reading “Exegetical and Hermeneutical Commentary of Proverbs 12:27”

The righteous [is] more excellent than his neighbor: but the way of the wicked seduceth them. 26. is more excellent than ] Rather, is a guide to, R.V. Comp. “He guideth (the same word) the perfect in his way,” 2Sa 22:33, R.V. seduceth them ] Rather, causeth them to err, R.V. The antithesis between the … Continue reading “Exegetical and Hermeneutical Commentary of Proverbs 12:26”

Heaviness in the heart of man maketh it stoop: but a good word maketh it glad. 25. In spite of grammatical anomalies, the rendering of this verse in A.V. and R.V. is to be retained. Fuente: The Cambridge Bible for Schools and Colleges Pro 12:25 Heaviness in the heart of man maketh it stoop: but … Continue reading “Exegetical and Hermeneutical Commentary of Proverbs 12:25”

The hand of the diligent shall bear rule: but the slothful shall be under tribute. 24. the slothful ] Lit. sloth. See Pro 10:4. Comp. Pro 13:1-2. shall be under tribute ] Rather, shall come, or be put, under task-work, i.e. servile or enforced labour. The phrase occurs frequently (e.g. Deu 20:11; Jdg 1:30; Jdg … Continue reading “Exegetical and Hermeneutical Commentary of Proverbs 12:24”

A prudent man concealeth knowledge: but the heart of fools proclaimeth foolishness. 23. the heart ] Comp. “The heart of fools is in their mouth; But the mouth of wise men is their heart.” Sir 21:26 . Fuente: The Cambridge Bible for Schools and Colleges Another aspect of the truth of Pro 10:14. Fuente: Albert … Continue reading “Exegetical and Hermeneutical Commentary of Proverbs 12:23”

Lying lips [are] abomination to the LORD: but they that deal truly [are] his delight. Pro 12:22 Lying lips are abomination to the Lord. On lying Man excels the rest of the creatures in the power of communicating thoughts one to another. The creatures are taught, by nature, almost immediately, how to supply their wants. … Continue reading “Exegetical and Hermeneutical Commentary of Proverbs 12:22”

There shall no evil happen to the just: but the wicked shall be filled with mischief. 21. evil mischief ] Rather, mischief evil, with R.V., reversing the meaning of the two Heb. words. Fuente: The Cambridge Bible for Schools and Colleges Pro 12:21 There shall no evil happen to the just. The security of the … Continue reading “Exegetical and Hermeneutical Commentary of Proverbs 12:21”

Deceit [is] in the heart of them that imagine evil: but to the counselors of peace [is] joy. The deceit of those who imagine evil can work nothing but evil to those whom they advise. The counselors of peace have joy in themselves, and impart it to others also. Fuente: Albert Barnes’ Notes on the … Continue reading “Exegetical and Hermeneutical Commentary of Proverbs 12:20”

The lip of truth shall be established forever: but a lying tongue [is] but for a moment. 19. but for a moment ] Lit. while I wink. Comp. Jer 49:19, where the word is rendered, suddenly. Fuente: The Cambridge Bible for Schools and Colleges Pro 12:19 The lip of truth shall be established for ever. … Continue reading “Exegetical and Hermeneutical Commentary of Proverbs 12:19”