Proverbs 27:24 NIV

Matthew Henry's Complete Commentary - Proverbs 27:23-27

Here is, I. A command given us to be diligent in our callings. It is directed to husbandmen and shepherds, and those that deal in cattle, but it is to be extended to all other lawful callings; whatever our business is, within doors or without, we must apply our minds to it. This command intimates, 1. That we ought to have some business to do in this world and not to live in idleness. 2. We ought rightly and fully to understand our busine 1522 ss, and know what we have to do, and not meddle... read more

John Gill

John Gills Exposition of the Bible Commentary - Proverbs 27:24

For riches are not for ever ,.... A man cannot be assured of the continuance of them; they are uncertain things, here today and gone tomorrow: wherefore, though a man has a considerable share of them, yet should follow one calling or another; particularly husbandry is recommended, or keeping sheep and cattle, which are increasing; by which means his substance will be continued and augmented, which otherwise is not to be depended on, but in a diligent attendance to business; and doth the... read more

Adam Clarke

Adam Clarke's Commentary on the Bible - Proverbs 27:24

For riches are not for ever - All other kinds of property are very transitory. Money and the highest civil honors are but for a short season. Flocks and herds, properly attended to, may be multiplied and continued from generation to generation. The crown itself is not naturally so permanent. read more

Spence, H. D. M., etc.

The Pulpit Commentary - Proverbs 27:23-27

A mashal ode in praise of a pastoral and agricultural life. The moralist evidently desires to recall his countrymen from the luxury of cities and the temptations of money making to the simple ways of the patriarchs and the pleasures of country pursuits—which are the best foundation of enduring prosperity. read more

Spence, H. D. M., etc.

The Pulpit Commentary - Proverbs 27:23-27

The man diligent in his business I. ECONOMY AND FORESIGHT . ( Proverbs 27:23-25 .) He looks after the outgoings of his farm, well aware that there is in all things constant waste, that even the royal crown is a perishable thing. All knowledge is useful, and prudence applies through the whole scale of our being. Let the man, "if he have hands, handle; if eyes, measure and discriminate; let him accept and hive every fact of chemistry, natural history, and economy; the more he has,... read more

Spence, H. D. M., etc.

The Pulpit Commentary - Proverbs 27:23-27

(and Proverbs 27:8 ) A commendation of diligence It is likely enough that Solomon, oppressed with the burdens and vexations, with the difficulties and dangers, of the throne, looked longingly toward those pastoral scenes which he here describes. But, keen and shrewd man that he was, he must have known that contentment does not always find a home in the homestead, and that there may be as much disquietude of heart in the fields of the beautiful country as there is in the streets of the... read more

Spence, H. D. M., etc.

The Pulpit Commentary - Proverbs 27:24

For riches are not forever; as Proverbs 23:5 . Money and other kinds of wealth may be lost or wasted; it is therefore expedient to have the resources of agriculture, land and herds, to depend upon. Chosen ( Proverbs 15:6 ), translated "riches," is "strength," "abundance," "treasure laid up." Delitzsch renders, "prosperity;" Septuagint, "A man has not strength and power forever;" Vulgate, Non habebis jugiter potestatem , i . e . "you will not always be able to tend your flocks;... read more

Joseph Benson

Joseph Benson's Commentary of the Old and New Testaments - Proverbs 27:23-24

Proverbs 27:23-24. Be diligent to know the state of thy flock That thou mayest preserve and improve what thou hast, and take care that thy expenses do not exceed thy income. Flocks and herds are here put for all riches and possessions, because anciently they were the chief part of a man’s riches. And look well, &c. Hebrew, שׁית לבךְ , set thy heart, &c. Trust not to thy servants, as many do, but make use of thine own eyes and reason for the conduct of thy affairs, lest thou come... read more

Donald C. Fleming

Bridgeway Bible Commentary - Proverbs 27:1-27

The valuable things of life (27:1-27)Over-confidence, self-praise, stupidity and jealousy must all be avoided (27:1-4). True friends will show the inner love they have for each other by being open and honest with each other. Over-pleasantness may be a sign of a deceitful heart (5-6). Those with many possessions do not find contentment; the poor are more than satisfied if they can get what the rich throw away (7). Among the most priceless of possessions are a happy home and faithful friends... read more

E.W. Bullinger

E.W. Bullinger's Companion Bible Notes - Proverbs 27:24

riches. Consisted mainly in flocks and herds. read more

Matthew Henry's Complete Commentary - Proverbs 27:23-27

John Gills Exposition of the Bible Commentary - Proverbs 27:24

Adam Clarke's Commentary on the Bible - Proverbs 27:24

The Pulpit Commentary - Proverbs 27:23-27

The Pulpit Commentary - Proverbs 27:23-27

The Pulpit Commentary - Proverbs 27:23-27

The Pulpit Commentary - Proverbs 27:24

Joseph Benson's Commentary of the Old and New Testaments - Proverbs 27:23-24

Bridgeway Bible Commentary - Proverbs 27:1-27

E.W. Bullinger's Companion Bible Notes - Proverbs 27:24

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