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Proverbs 13:15
Proverbs 13:15
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Proverbs 13 — OverviewProverbs 13 · Matthew Henry's Commentary on the Whole BibleMoral Maxims.Proverbs 13 — OverviewProverbs 13 · Little Bible — for children and parentsProverbs 13 continues Solomon's collection of sharp, contrasting wisdom sayings. The chapter holds together a consistent theme: how we speak, work, and respond to correction shapes our whole life. The wise person…Proverbs 13:15Proverbs 13:15 · Matthew Henry's Commentary on the Whole BibleIf we compare not only the end, but the way, we shall find that
religion has the advantage; for, 1. The way of saints is pleasant and
agreeable: Good understanding gains favour with God and man; our
Saviour…Proverbs 13:15Proverbs 13:15 · John Gill's Exposition of the Entire BibleGood understanding giveth favour,.... A good understanding in things natural and civil gives favour among men; and so a good understanding in divine and spiritual things gives a man favour among religious people, makes…Proverbs 13:15Proverbs 13:15 · Little Bible — for children and parentsUnderstanding here implies not just intelligence but discernment — knowing how to act rightly in every situation. Such a person naturally gains favour from others and from God. The transgressors' way, by contrast, is…