Proverbs 16:25

Matthew Henry's Complete Commentary - Proverbs 16:25

This we had before (Prov. 14:12), but here it is repeated, as that which is very necessary to be thought of, 1. By way of caution to us all to take heed of deceiving ourselves in the great concerns of our souls by resting in that which seems right and is not really so, and, for the preventing of a self-delusion, to be impartial in self-examination and keep up a jealousy over ourselves. 2. By way of terror to those whose way is not right, is not as it should be, however it may seem to... read more

John Gill

John Gills Exposition of the Bible Commentary - Proverbs 16:25

There is a way that seemeth right unto a man, but the end thereof are the ways of death. The same is said in Proverbs 14:12 , and is here repeated because of the excellence, importance, and usefulness of the observation, and to excite an attention to it; that men may be more diligent to look into their ways, and be more cautious where and how they walk, and be more considerate and thoughtful of the issue of them. See Gill on Proverbs 14:12 . read more

Adam Clarke

Adam Clarke's Commentary on the Bible - Proverbs 16:25

There is a way that seemeth right - This whole verse is precisely the same as that Proverbs 14:12 . 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 16:25

A repetition of Proverbs 14:12 . read more

Spence, H. D. M., etc.

The Pulpit Commentary - Proverbs 16:25

The treacherous path What way have we here referred to? If the path be so deceptive, surely the guide should indicate it. Yet the way to destruction is not named, nor is its place pointed out on the chart of life. No doubt the reason of this indefiniteness of expression is just that the dangerous way is a broad road, very easy to discover, yet there are many tracks along it, and each person may take his own course. It is so broad that any description of it may possibly leave out some of... read more

Spence, H. D. M., etc.

The Pulpit Commentary - Proverbs 16:25

(see Proverbs 14:12 ) The supreme mistake We may well be startled, and we may well be solemnized, as we witness— I. THE MARVELLOUS RANGE OF HUMAN COMPLACENCY . It is simply wonderful how men will allow themselves to be deceived respecting themselves. That which they ought to know best and most thoroughly, they seem to be least acquainted with—their own standing, their own spirit, their own character. They believe themselves to be all right when, in fact, they are all... read more

Joseph Benson

Joseph Benson's Commentary of the Old and New Testaments - Proverbs 16:25-26

Proverbs 16:25-26. There is a way, &c. See on Proverbs 14:12. He that laboureth, laboureth for himself For his own use and benefit. Solomon’s design in this proverb is, to condemn idleness, and to commend diligence, in a man’s calling; for his mouth craveth it of him Hebrew, אכ Š עליו , boweth to him, namely, as a suppliant; beggeth him to labour, that it may have something put into it, for its own comfort, and the nourishment of the whole body. 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

James Burton Coffman

Coffman Commentaries on the Bible - Proverbs 16:25

"There is a way which seemeth right unto a man, But the end thereof are the ways of death."(See comment under Proverbs 14:12). read more

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