Read & Study the Bible Online - Bible Portal
Matthew Henry

Matthew Henry's Complete Commentary - Proverbs 16:24

The pleasant words here commended must be those which the heart of the wise teaches, and adds learning to (Prov. 16:23), words of seasonable advice, instruction, and comfort, words taken from God's word, for that is it which Solomon had learned from his father to account sweeter than honey and the honey-comb, Ps. 19:10. These words, to those that know how to relish them, 1. Are pleasant. They are like the honey-comb, sweet to the soul, which tastes in them that the Lord is gracious; nothing... read more

John Gill

John Gills Exposition of the Bible Commentary - Proverbs 16:24

Pleasant words are as an honeycomb ,.... Jarchi interprets it of the words of the law; but it may be much better understood of the doctrines of the Gospel; such as the doctrines of God's everlasting love, eternal election, the covenant of grace, the person of Christ as God-man; of peace and reconciliation by his blood; of remission of sins through his atoning sacrifice; of justification by his righteousness; of life and salvation by his obedience, sufferings, and death; all the doctrines... read more

Adam Clarke

Adam Clarke's Commentary on the Bible - Proverbs 16:24

Pleasant words are as a honey-comb - The honey of which is sweeter than that which has been expressed from it, and has a much finer flavour before it has come in contact with the atmospheric air. 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 16:24

Pleasant words are as an honeycomb . "Pleasant words" are words of comforting, soothing tendency, as in Proverbs 15:26 ; Psalms 19:10 . The writer continues his praise of apt speech. The comparison with honey is common in all languages and at all times. Thus Homer sings of Nestor ('Iliad,' 1.248, etc.)— "The smooth-tongued chief, from whose persuasive lips Sweeter than honey flowed the stream of speech." (Derby.) So the story goes that on the lips of St. Ambrose, while still a... read more

Spence, H. D. M., etc.

The Pulpit Commentary - Proverbs 16:24

Pleasant words I. PLEASANT WORDS ARE GOOD IN SOCIAL INTERCOURSE . They are said to cost little, while they are worth much. But often they are not to be had without trouble. 1 . Sympathy. We must put ourselves to the trouble of entering into our brother's feelings if we would speak with real kindness to him. 2 . Self-suppression. Angry words may be the first to rise to our lips; bitter words of scorn or melancholy words springing from the gloom of our own minds may... read more

Joseph Benson

Joseph Benson's Commentary of the Old and New Testaments - Proverbs 16:22-24

Proverbs 16:22-24. Understanding is a well-spring of life A clear understanding and right judgment of things, like an inexhaustible spring, gives perpetual comfort and satisfaction to him who has it, and makes him very useful unto others; but the instruction of fools is folly Their learning is frivolous and vain; their most grave and serious counsels are foolish; and, therefore, if they undertake to instruct others, they only make them like themselves. The heart of the wise teacheth his... 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

E.W. Bullinger's Companion Bible Notes - Proverbs 16:24

words = sayings. Hebrew. 'imrah. App-73 . health = healing. Compare Proverbs 6:8 . bones. Put by Figure of speech Synecdoche (of Part), App-6 , for whole body. read more

James Burton Coffman

Coffman Commentaries on the Bible - Proverbs 16:24

"Pleasant words are as a honeycomb, Sweet to the soul, and health to the bones.""Friendly conversation is agreeable and useful. It relaxes the mind, dispels anxiety, provides information, promotes mutual love and kindness, and enables us to return to life's business with renewed vigor."[26] read more

Group of Brands