Proverbs 28:7-17 NIV

The Pulpit Commentary - Proverbs 28:10

The tempter I. THE GREATEST SIN IS TEMPTING ANOTHER TO SIN . This is Satanic wickedness, following the example of the devil. 1 . It is most guilty because it tends to increase wickedness . It is sowing evil seeds. It is bad enough to cultivate the deadly fruit in one's own life, but to propagate it elsewhere is to be a source of trouble and manifold wickedness. 2 . It is particularly guilty because it ruins souls . It is an attack upon other men. The... read more

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The Pulpit Commentary - Proverbs 28:11

The rich man is wise in his own conceit (comp. Proverbs 18:11 ). A rich man thinks so highly of his position, is so flattered by parasites, and deems himself placed so immeasurably above social inferiors, that he learns to consider himself possessed of other qualifications, even mental and intellectual gifts, with which wealth has no concern. This purse-proud arrogance which looks upon financial skill and sharpness in bargaining as true wisdom, is confined to no age or country. But the... read more

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The Pulpit Commentary - Proverbs 28:12

When righteous men do rejoice, there is great glory (comp. Proverbs 29:2 ; Proverbs 11:10 ). "Rejoice," rather triumph , as conquerors, right prevailing and wickedness being overcome. Then there is great show of joy, and, as the expression implies, men put on their festal garments to do honorer to the occasion: See the description of Solomon's time ( 1 Kings 4:20 , 1 Kings 4:25 ). If we take this verse in connection with Proverbs 28:2 , we may see in it the triumph of order... read more

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The Pulpit Commentary - Proverbs 28:12-28

Hidden manhood The two main truths here taught have been anticipated by a foregoing proverb, viz. the advantage to society of promoting the good; and the injury done by the advancement of the wicked (see Proverbs 11:10 ). But there is a truth suggested by the wise man's language which does not elsewhere appear; he says that when the wicked rise "a man is hidden," that "men hide themselves." The fact here alluded to is clear enough; we have often read, or have frequently observed, that... read more

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The Pulpit Commentary - Proverbs 28:13

He that covereth his sins shall not prosper. To cover one's sins is either absolutely to disown them or to make excuses; a man who does this is never free from a burden of guilt, as the psalmist says, "When I kept silence, my bones waxed old through my roaring all the day long. For day and night thy hand was heavy upon me" ( Psalms 32:3 , etc.). Whoso confesseth and forsaketh them shall have mercy. Confession alone without amendment, or what is called theologically satisfaction, does not... read more

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The Pulpit Commentary - Proverbs 28:13-14

Confession I. IT IS DANGEROUS FOR A MAN fro DENY HIS SIN . 1 . It is false . If a man pretends to be virtuous when he knows that he is guilty, that man's life is a lie. He lives in a continuous falsehood. Such a condition is rotten, turning his whole course into a delusion, and leading to a confused estimate of right and wrong. The very landmarks of righteousness are lost sight of in a fog of bewildering pretences. 2 . It precludes forgiveness . God will... read more

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The Pulpit Commentary - Proverbs 28:13-14

The inner conditions of peace and of misery I. THE CONCEALMENT OF SIN . ( Proverbs 28:13 .) It is like a worm in the bud, preying upon the check and upon the heart. The deepest way of such concealment is when the sinner persuades himself that "he has no sin," apologizing to himself, giving a false colour to his wrong. The sense of a dualism in our being unreconciled will not admit of peace and rest. II. THE CONFESSION AND RENUNCIATION OF SIN . To admit the truth... read more

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The Pulpit Commentary - Proverbs 28:14

Happy is the man that feareth alway. Some have taken the fear mentioned to be the fear with which God is to be regarded. Thus Aben Ezra. But it is rather the fear of sin which is meant—that tender conscience and watchful heart which lead a man robe prepared for temptation and able to resist it when it arises. Such a one distrusts himself, takes heed lest he fall ( 1 Corinthians 10:12 ), and works out his salvation with fear and trembling ( Philippians 2:12 ; comp. Proverbs 14:16 ).... read more

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The Pulpit Commentary - Proverbs 28:15

A wicked ruler over the poor people; a people weak and resourceless. To such a powerful tyrant is as fatal as a roaring lion or a hungry bear prowling in quest of food. The prophets compare evil rulers to ravenous lions (see Jeremiah 4:7 ; Ezekiel 19:6 ). They are like lions in strength and cruelty, like bears in craft and ferocity. Septuagint, "A hungry lion and a thirsty wolf is he, who, being poor, rules over an indigent nation." The poverty of the subjects embitters the conduct of... read more

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The Pulpit Commentary - Proverbs 28:15-16

The wicked ruler I. THE SIMILE . ( Proverbs 28:15 .) He is like a fierce and devouring beast. No pity softens his bosom; no justice regulates his conduct. Complaint provokes further exactions; resistance kindles him into fury. He looks upon his people, not as a flock to be tended, but to be preyed upon. He roars around them like the nightly bear about the fold. Such monsters have often appeared in history. II. THE SOURCE OF OPPRESSION . It lies in the ignorance of the... read more

The Pulpit Commentary - Proverbs 28:10

The Pulpit Commentary - Proverbs 28:11

The Pulpit Commentary - Proverbs 28:12

The Pulpit Commentary - Proverbs 28:12-28

The Pulpit Commentary - Proverbs 28:13

The Pulpit Commentary - Proverbs 28:13-14

The Pulpit Commentary - Proverbs 28:13-14

The Pulpit Commentary - Proverbs 28:14

The Pulpit Commentary - Proverbs 28:15

The Pulpit Commentary - Proverbs 28:15-16

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