Joseph Benson's Commentary of the Old and New Testaments - Proverbs 28:16
Proverbs 28:16 . The prince that wanteth understanding, &c. The tyranny or oppression of a prince is a manifest sign of great folly, because it alienates from him the hearts of his people, in possessing which his honour, safety, and riches consist; and often causes the shortening of his days, either through God’s cutting him off by some sudden stroke, or through the violence of men who have been injured by him, and are exasperated against him. But he that hateth covetousness Which is... read more
Joseph Benson's Commentary of the Old and New Testaments - Proverbs 28:15
Proverbs 28:15. As a roaring lion and a ranging bear Always cruel and greedy in their natures, and especially so when they are hungry and want prey; in which case the lions roar, and bears range about for it; so is a wicked ruler Instead of being a nursing father, and a faithful and tender shepherd, as he ought to be, he is a cruel and insatiable oppressor of his subjects; over the poor people Whom he particularly mentions to aggravate this wicked ruler’s sin, in devouring them whom the... read more