Proverbs 27:27 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 27:27

And thou shalt have goats' milk enough for thy food ,.... The word for "goats", in Proverbs 27:26 , signifies he goats, which were sold to buy fields, pay servants or rent, or purchase the necessaries of life; and this here signifies she goats, which were kept for their milk; and which was daily used for food in some countries, and is still in use for the same purpose in some parts of our kingdoms; and in medicine it has been preferred by some physicians above others, next to the milk of... read more

Adam Clarke

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

Goats' milk enough for thy food - ללחמך lelachmecha , "to thy bread;" for they ate the bread and supped the milk to assist mastication, and help deglutition. And it seems that bread, with goats' milk, was the general article of food for the master and his family; and for the servant maids who assisted in the household work, and performed the operations required in the dairy. The reader who wishes to see these maxims detailed and illustrated at large, may consult the writers De Re... 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 27:27

Goats' milk. Dr. Geikie ('Holy Land and Bible,' 1.311) notes that in most parts of Palestine goats' milk in every form—sour, sweet, thick, thin, warm, or cold—makes, with eggs and bread, the main food of the people. And maintenance for thy maidens; who milk the goats, etc; and tend the cattle, and do the household work. There is no mention of the use of animal flesh as food. It was only on great occasions, as high festivals, or the presence of an honoured guest, that kids, lambs, and calves... read more

Joseph Benson

Joseph Benson's Commentary of the Old and New Testaments - Proverbs 27:25-27

Proverbs 27:25-27. The hay appeareth, and the tender grass In their proper seasons. These and the following things are mentioned as further arguments and encouragements to persuade to diligence: God invites thee to it by the plentiful provisions wherewith he hath enriched the earth for thy sake. And herbs of the mountains are gathered Even the most barren parts afford thee their help. The lambs are for thy clothing By their wool and skins, either actually used for thy clothing, or sold... 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 27:27

maintenance = life. read more

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

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

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

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 27:27

Joseph Benson's Commentary of the Old and New Testaments - Proverbs 27:25-27

Bridgeway Bible Commentary - Proverbs 27:1-27

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

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