Proverbs 16:21 NIV

Matthew Henry's Complete Commentary - Proverbs 16:21

Note, 1. Those that have solid wisdom will have the credit of it; it will gain them reputation, and they shall be called prudent grave men, and a deference will be paid to their judgment. Do that which is wise and good and thou shalt have the praise of the same. 2. Those that with their wisdom have a happy elocution, that deliver their sentiments easily and with a good grace, are communicative of their wisdom and have words at will, and good language as well as good sense, increase learning;... read more

John Gill

John Gills Exposition of the Bible Commentary - Proverbs 16:21

The wise in heart shall be called prudent ,.... He that has true wisdom in the inward part; who knows his heart and the haughtiness of it; who has the fear of God in it, which is the beginning of wisdom; who is wise unto salvation, not only knows the scheme of it, but is experimentally acquainted with it; who has not head knowledge and wisdom only, but heart knowledge and wisdom, and behaves wisely in his life and conversation; who is so wise and endued with knowledge, as, out of a good... read more

Spence, H. D. M., etc.

The Pulpit Commentary - Proverbs 16:16-26

The Divine justice in respect to the wise and fools We see the moral order of God revealed in the character and life of men in various ways. Their conduct has a good or evil effect on themselves, on their fellows, and is exposed to Divine judgment. Let us take these in their order. I. THE REFLEXIVE EFFECT OF MAN 'S CONDUCT . 1 . Wisdom is enriching ( Proverbs 16:16 ). To acquire it is better than ordinary wealth ( Proverbs 3:14 ; Proverbs 8:10 , Proverbs 8:11 ... read more

Spence, H. D. M., etc.

The Pulpit Commentary - Proverbs 16:21

The wise in heart shall be called prudent . True wisdom is recognized and acknowledged as such, especially when it has the gift of expressing itself appropriately (see on Proverbs 24:8 ). The sweetness ( Proverbs 27:9 ) of the lips increaseth learning . People listen to instruction at the mouth of one who speaks well and winningly. Such a one augments knowledge in others, and in himself too, for he learns by teaching. Knowledge ought not to be buried in one's own mind, but produced... read more

Joseph Benson

Joseph Benson's Commentary of the Old and New Testaments - Proverbs 16:20-21

Proverbs 16:20-21. He that handleth a matter wisely, &c. “He that understands his business thoroughly, and manages it prudently and discreetly, is likely to have good success; but no one is so happy, no one is so sure of prospering in his designs, as he that confides more in God than in his own skill and industry.” The wise in heart, &c. “He whose mind is well furnished with wisdom, cannot but obtain a great reputation, and be highly esteemed for his prudent counsels and... read more

Donald C. Fleming

Bridgeway Bible Commentary - Proverbs 16:1-33

Laying plans and making decisions (16:1-33)A person may make plans, but God is the one who determines their outcome. He knows the person’s unseen motives and controls events according to his purposes. It is important, therefore, always to bring God into one’s planning (16:1-4). God punishes the arrogant but has mercy on those who fear him (5-6). He protects them from harm and guides them on the right pathway (7-9).When a king’s wisdom comes from God, his decisions will be right. He will show no... read more

E.W. Bullinger

Matthew Henry's Complete Commentary - Proverbs 16:21

John Gills Exposition of the Bible Commentary - Proverbs 16:21

The Pulpit Commentary - Proverbs 16:16-26

The Pulpit Commentary - Proverbs 16:21

Joseph Benson's Commentary of the Old and New Testaments - Proverbs 16:20-21

Bridgeway Bible Commentary - Proverbs 16:1-33

E.W. Bullinger's Companion Bible Notes - Proverbs 16:21

Coffman Commentaries on the Bible - Proverbs 16:21

Thomas Coke Commentary on the Holy Bible - Proverbs 16:21

Commentary Critical and Explanatory on the Whole Bible - Proverbs 16:21

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