Commentary Critical and Explanatory on the Whole Bible - Proverbs 10:11
11. a well—or, "source" of good to himself and others (John 7:37; John 7:38). On last clause, see on Proverbs 10:1. read more
11. a well—or, "source" of good to himself and others (John 7:37; John 7:38). On last clause, see on Proverbs 10:1. read more
12. strifes—or, "litigations." covereth—by forgiveness and forbearance. read more
13. In the lips . . . found—hence, not beaten, as the wicked-speaking fool. void of understanding— (Proverbs 6:32; Proverbs 7:7). read more
14. lay up knowledge—that is, as treasures for good use. mouth . . . destruction—or, "as to the mouth," c., destruction is near they expose themselves to evil by prating. read more
15. Both by trusting in "uncertain riches" ( :-), or by the evils of poverty ( :-), men, not fearing God, fall into dangers. read more
16. The industry of the righteous is alone truly successful, while the earnings of the wicked tempt and lead to sin. read more
1. Things that produce profit 10:1-14 read more
II. COLLECTION 2: SOLOMON’S COUPLETS EXPRESSING Wisdom 10:1-22:16Chapters 1-9, as we have seen, contain discourses that someone, probably Solomon, wrote urging his son to choose the way of wisdom for his life. However, Kidner believed that if Solomon had written the first nine chapters, Proverbs 10:1 would read, "These also are proverbs of Solomon." [Note: Kidner, p. 22.] At Proverbs 10:1, we begin the part of the book that sets forth what "the wise way" is in a variety of life... read more
A. Marks of Wise Living chs. 10-15Solomon advocated choosing things that benefit and things that have true and lasting value. He pictured wise living in a variety of contexts. He urged making wise investments, valuing righteousness, and avoiding trouble. He also pointed out the fruits of wise living and concluded this section of the book with further advice for wise living. read more
Commentary Critical and Explanatory on the Whole Bible - Proverbs 10:10
10. Two vices contrasted; hypocrisy, or insinuating evil against one (Proverbs 6:13; Psalms 35:19), and rashness of speech. In each case, the results are on the evildoers. read more