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Joseph Benson

Joseph Benson's Commentary of the Old and New Testaments - Proverbs 27:25-27

Proverbs 27:25-27. The hay appeareth, and the tender grass In their proper seasons. These and the following things are mentioned as further arguments and encouragements to persuade to diligence: God invites thee to it by the plentiful provisions wherewith he hath enriched the earth for thy sake. And herbs of the mountains are gathered Even the most barren parts afford thee their help. The lambs are for thy clothing By their wool and skins, either actually used for thy clothing, or sold... read more

Donald C. Fleming

Bridgeway Bible Commentary - Proverbs 27:1-27

The valuable things of life (27:1-27)Over-confidence, self-praise, stupidity and jealousy must all be avoided (27:1-4). True friends will show the inner love they have for each other by being open and honest with each other. Over-pleasantness may be a sign of a deceitful heart (5-6). Those with many possessions do not find contentment; the poor are more than satisfied if they can get what the rich throw away (7). Among the most priceless of possessions are a happy home and faithful friends... read more

Thomas Coke

Thomas Coke Commentary on the Holy Bible - Proverbs 27:24-27

Proverbs 27:24-27. For riches are not for ever, &c.— See Hiller. pars 2: p. 9. The author of the Observations remarks, that milk is a great part of the diet of the eastern people. Their goats furnish them with some of it, and, as Dr. Russell informs us, are chiefly kept for that purpose; that they yield it in inconsiderable quantities; and that it is sweet and well tasted. This, at Aleppo, is however chiefly from the beginning of April to September, they being they being generally supplied... read more

Thomas Constable

Expository Notes of Dr. Thomas Constable - Proverbs 27:23-27

C. A Discourse on Prudence 27:23-27This poem recalls the earlier discourses in chapters 1-9. In this one, Solomon gave some basic and practical advice designed to assure success in the context of Israel’s most common occupation: animal husbandry. The essentials stressed here are the care of one’s resources, hard work, and a recognition and appreciation of God’s provisions. The reader should apply these essentials to whatever occupation he or she may pursue. These are the basics for wise living... read more

Thomas Constable

Expository Notes of Dr. Thomas Constable - Proverbs 27:27

"Meat was rarely eaten; the staples of food were bread, honey, fruits, and the products of the dairy." [Note: Ibid., p. 494.] read more

John Dummelow

John Dummelow's Commentary on the Bible - Proverbs 27:1-27

Sundry Observations. Agriculture4. Envy] a husband’s jealousy is meant (Song of Solomon 8:6). 5, 6. Men ’hide’ (RV) love when they refrain from telling a friend his faults. An enemy will be ’profuse’ (RV) in deceitful kisses: Judas kissed Jesus much (Matthew 26:49; RM). 7. The Spartan king told the tyrant Dionysius that the broth was nothing without the seasoning of fatigue and hunger. 8. ’East, West, hame’s best.’9. Sweetness of disposition is desirable when it arises, not from mere emotion,... read more

Charles John Ellicott

Ellicott's Commentary for English Readers - Proverbs 27:26

(26) And the goats are the price of the field—i.e., you can purchase a field from the profit of your goats. read more

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