잠언 16:21-22 KRV

Matthew Henry's Complete Commentary - Proverbs 16:21

Note, 1. Those that have solid wisdom will have the credit of it; it will gain them reputation, and they shall be called prudent grave men, and a deference will be paid to their judgment. Do that which is wise and good and thou shalt have the praise of the same. 2. Those that with their wisdom have a happy elocution, that deliver their sentiments easily and with a good grace, are communicative of their wisdom and have words at will, and good language as well as good sense, increase learning;... read more

Matthew Henry

Matthew Henry's Complete Commentary - Proverbs 16:22

Note, 1. There is always some good to be gotten by a wise and good man: His understanding is a well-spring of life to him, which always flows and can never be drawn dry; he has something to say upon all occasions that is instructive, and of use to those that will make use of it, things new and old to bring out of his treasure; at least, his understanding is a spring of life to himself, yielding him abundant satisfaction; within his own thoughts he entertains and edifies himself, if not others.... read more

John Gill

John Gills Exposition of the Bible Commentary - Proverbs 16:21

The wise in heart shall be called prudent ,.... He that has true wisdom in the inward part; who knows his heart and the haughtiness of it; who has the fear of God in it, which is the beginning of wisdom; who is wise unto salvation, not only knows the scheme of it, but is experimentally acquainted with it; who has not head knowledge and wisdom only, but heart knowledge and wisdom, and behaves wisely in his life and conversation; who is so wise and endued with knowledge, as, out of a good... read more

John Gill

John Gills Exposition of the Bible Commentary - Proverbs 16:22

Understanding is a wellspring of life unto him that hath it ,.... "The master" or "owner of it" F11 בעליו "domini sui", Pagninus; "domino suo", Mercerus, Gejerus; "dominorum suorum", Michaelis. . As he only is to whom an understanding is given; for, whatever understanding men may have of natural and civil things, they have none of things spiritual and divine, unless it be given them by Christ. This is no other than the grace of the Spirit of God, who is a spirit of wisdom and... read more

Adam Clarke

Adam Clarke's Commentary on the Bible - Proverbs 16:22

Understanding is a well-spring of life - חיים מקור mekor chaiyim ; another allusion to the artery that carries the blood from the heart to distribute it to all the extremities of the body. read more

Spence, H. D. M., etc.

The Pulpit Commentary - Proverbs 16:16-26

The Divine justice in respect to the wise and fools We see the moral order of God revealed in the character and life of men in various ways. Their conduct has a good or evil effect on themselves, on their fellows, and is exposed to Divine judgment. Let us take these in their order. I. THE REFLEXIVE EFFECT OF MAN 'S CONDUCT . 1 . Wisdom is enriching ( Proverbs 16:16 ). To acquire it is better than ordinary wealth ( Proverbs 3:14 ; Proverbs 8:10 , Proverbs 8:11 ... read more

Spence, H. D. M., etc.

The Pulpit Commentary - Proverbs 16:21

The wise in heart shall be called prudent . True wisdom is recognized and acknowledged as such, especially when it has the gift of expressing itself appropriately (see on Proverbs 24:8 ). The sweetness ( Proverbs 27:9 ) of the lips increaseth learning . People listen to instruction at the mouth of one who speaks well and winningly. Such a one augments knowledge in others, and in himself too, for he learns by teaching. Knowledge ought not to be buried in one's own mind, but produced... read more

Spence, H. D. M., etc.

The Pulpit Commentary - Proverbs 16:22

Understanding is a well spring of life unto him that hath it ( Proverbs 10:11 ; Proverbs 13:14 ). The possessor of understanding has in himself a source of comfort and a vivifying power, which is as refreshing as a cool spring to a thirsty traveller. In all troubles and difficulties he can fall back upon his own good sense and prudence, and satisfy himself therewith. This is not conceit, but the result of a well grounded experience. But the instruction of fools is folly; i.e. the... read more

Joseph Benson

Joseph Benson's Commentary of the Old and New Testaments - Proverbs 16:20-21

Proverbs 16:20-21. He that handleth a matter wisely, &c. “He that understands his business thoroughly, and manages it prudently and discreetly, is likely to have good success; but no one is so happy, no one is so sure of prospering in his designs, as he that confides more in God than in his own skill and industry.” The wise in heart, &c. “He whose mind is well furnished with wisdom, cannot but obtain a great reputation, and be highly esteemed for his prudent counsels and... read more

Joseph Benson

Joseph Benson's Commentary of the Old and New Testaments - Proverbs 16:22-24

Proverbs 16:22-24. Understanding is a well-spring of life A clear understanding and right judgment of things, like an inexhaustible spring, gives perpetual comfort and satisfaction to him who has it, and makes him very useful unto others; but the instruction of fools is folly Their learning is frivolous and vain; their most grave and serious counsels are foolish; and, therefore, if they undertake to instruct others, they only make them like themselves. The heart of the wise teacheth his... read more

Matthew Henry's Complete Commentary - Proverbs 16:21

Matthew Henry's Complete Commentary - Proverbs 16:22

John Gills Exposition of the Bible Commentary - Proverbs 16:21

John Gills Exposition of the Bible Commentary - Proverbs 16:22

Adam Clarke's Commentary on the Bible - Proverbs 16:22

The Pulpit Commentary - Proverbs 16:16-26

The Pulpit Commentary - Proverbs 16:21

The Pulpit Commentary - Proverbs 16:22

Joseph Benson's Commentary of the Old and New Testaments - Proverbs 16:20-21

Joseph Benson's Commentary of the Old and New Testaments - Proverbs 16:22-24

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