31. Envy thou not the oppressor Literally, the man of violence or wrong; who uses violent or wrong means to enrich himself: do not desire his unjust gains. Choose none of his ways Modes of making money. Zockler, “Imitate not.” Miller, “Do not become excited about.” read more
32. For the froward The perverse; those departing from the principles of justice. But his secret Secret or confidential intercourse or communion, as that of friend with friend. The wicked he loathes, the upright he loves. See Job 19:19; Psalms 55:14; Psalms 25:14, where the same word occurs, rendered in the first inward, intimate, or confidential friends, in the latter, counsel or intercourse. The word suggests that communion and interchange of thought which takes place only between... read more
DECISIONS OF GOD, Proverbs 3:33-35. 33. Curse of… Lord, etc. A continuation of the preceding thought, though couched in stronger terms, and carrying it out to its consequences. As Jehovah abominates the unjust, so will his “curse” rest on the wicked and his house; as he loves the righteous with the love of an intimate friend, he will bless him and his habitation, though it be but an humble resting place, as the word may imply. Zechariah 5:3-4. read more
34, 35. Surely he scorneth the scorners Stuart connects these two verses together, and renders thus: “When he mocketh the scorners and giveth grace to the humble, the wise shall inherit glory, but as to fools, shame shall sweep them away.” Conant translates Proverbs 3:34, “Though he mock at those who mock, yet he gives favour to the lowly.” Miller, “If scoffers are in question, he himself will scoff, but if the humble, he will bestow favour.” Comp. Proverbs 1:26; Psalms 18:26: Jas 4:6 ; 1... read more
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Whedon's Commentary on the Bible - Proverbs 3:30
30. Strive not Avoid all unnecessary litigations with men. It is often better to suffer wrong than to go to law. 1 Corinthians 6:7. What is here forbidden is unnecessary and causeless prosecutions; vexing those who have done no harm, or nothing of much moment. read more