John Gills Exposition of the Bible Commentary - Proverbs 14:33
Wisdom resteth in the heart of him that hath understanding ,.... It is in his heart, as the treasury where it is laid up, and where it is kept in safety; here it lies hid and undiscerned, unmolested and undisturbed; no noise is made about it, or any ostentation of it; it dwells quietly and constantly there; but that which is in the midst of fools is made known ; the least share of knowledge which such persons have, or think they have, does not lie long in the midst of them; they take... read more
Matthew Henry's Complete Commentary - Proverbs 14:33
Observe, 1. Modesty is the badge of wisdom. He that is truly wise hides his treasure, so as not to boast of it (Matt. 13:44), though he does not hide his talent, so as not to trade with it. His wisdom rests in his heart; he digests what he knows, and has it ready to him, but does not unseasonably talk of it and make a noise with it. The heart is the seat of the affections, and there wisdom must rest in the practical love of it, and not swim in the head. 2. Openness and ostentation are a mark... read more