箴言 27:9-10 CUNPTS

Joseph Benson's Commentary of the Old and New Testaments - Proverbs 27:9

Proverbs 27:9. Ointment and perfume rejoice the heart, &c. “As balsam and fragrant perfumes marvellously refresh and comfort the natural spirits, when they droop and are tired; so doth the very presence of a true-hearted friend, and much more his faithful counsel, rejoice a man’s soul; especially when he is at such a loss, that he knows not how to advise himself.” Bishop Patrick. read more

Joseph Benson

Joseph Benson's Commentary of the Old and New Testaments - Proverbs 27:10

Proverbs 27:10. Thine own friend, and thy father’s friend Of whose friendship thou hast had long experience; forsake not But betake thyself to him, when thou art in distress, rather than to thy natural brother or kinsman, if he be not also thy friend. For better is a neighbour That is, a friend, such as is mentioned in the beginning of the verse, who hath showed himself to be a true and good neighbour; that is near Namely, in affection; than a brother far off Who is alienated in... 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

E.W. Bullinger

E.W. Bullinger's Companion Bible Notes - Proverbs 27:9

hearty counsel = counsel of the soul. Hebrew. nephesh. App-13 . read more

E.W. Bullinger

E.W. Bullinger's Companion Bible Notes - Proverbs 27:10

thy father's friend. Illustrations: Hiram (1 Kings 5:1 . Compare Proverbs 27:12 ); Mephibosheth (2 Samuel 9:6 , 2 Samuel 9:7 . Compare Proverbs 21:7 ); Rehoboam (1 Kings 12:6-8 ); Joash (2 Chronicles 24:17 , 2 Chronicles 24:18 ; Compare Proverbs 27:22 ). better. See note on Proverbs 8:11 . read more

James Burton Coffman

Coffman Commentaries on the Bible - Proverbs 27:9

"Oil and perfume rejoice the heart; So doth the sweetness of a man's friend that cometh of hearty counsel."The first line here describes a physical pleasure which is presumably the illustration of a spiritual joy to be related in the second line; but the Hebrew text of the O.T. for the second line is unintelligible."[9] The rendition in our versions is as good as any, but there are others. "But the soul is torn by trouble."[10] "The soul is broken by calamities."[11] "But trouble shatters your... read more

James Burton Coffman

Coffman Commentaries on the Bible - Proverbs 27:10

"Thine own friend, and thy father's friend, forsake not; And go not to thy brother's house in the day of thy calamity. Better is a neighbor that is near than a brother that is far off."Two other proverbs are concerned with the admonition we have here. They are Proverbs 17:17 and Proverbs 18:24. Also Proverbs 19:7 explains how it is that brothers may hate each other. See our comments on those proverbs. What is related here is a sad fact that brothers (or sisters) may sometimes be quite unwilling... read more

Thomas Coke

Thomas Coke Commentary on the Holy Bible - Proverbs 27:9

Proverbs 27:9. Ointment and perfume— At the close of a visit in the eastern countries, it is common to sprinkle rose-water, or some other sweet-scented water, on the guests, and to perfume them with aloes wood; which is brought last, and serves as a sign that it is time for a stranger to take his leave. Great numbers of authors take notice of this part of eastern complaisance, but some are much more particular and distinct than others. Maundrell, for instance, who gives a most entertaining... read more

Robert Jamieson; A. R. Fausset; David Brown