Proverbs 16:25-33

The Pulpit Commentary - Proverbs 16:32

Self-control The world has always made too much of military glory. From the days of the Pharaohs, when brutal monarchs boasted of the number of cities they had sacked, to our own time, when successful generals receive thanks in Parliament, and grants of money far beyond the highest honours and emoluments ever bestowed upon the greatest and most useful civilians, it has been the habit of men to flatter and pamper soldiers out of all proportion to their deserts. But we are here reminded of a... read more

Spence, H. D. M., etc.

The Pulpit Commentary - Proverbs 16:32

(with Proverbs 14:17 , Proverbs 14:29 ) The command of ourselves Our attention is called to the two sides of the subject. I. THE EVIL OF IMPATIENCE . How bad a thing it is to lose command of ourselves and to speak or act with a ruffled and disquieted spirit appears when we consider that: 1 . It is wrong . God gave us our understanding, our various spiritual faculties, on purpose that we might have ourselves under control; and when we permit ourselves to be irritated... read more

Spence, H. D. M., etc.

The Pulpit Commentary - Proverbs 16:33

The lot is cast into the lap. The bosom or fold of the garment ( Proverbs 6:27 ; Proverbs 17:23 ; Proverbs 21:14 ). It is not quite clear what articles the Jews used in their divinations by lot. Probably they employed stones, differing in shape or colour, or having some distinguishing mark. These were placed in a vessel or in the fold of a garment, and drawn or shaken thence. Such a practice has been common in all ages and countries; and though only cursorily mentioned in the Mosaic... read more

Spence, H. D. M., etc.

The Pulpit Commentary - Proverbs 16:33

The lottery of life I. LIFE APPEARS TO BE A LOTTERY . "The lot is cast into the lap." We seem to depend largely on chance. 1 . We are ignorant of important facts. We are obliged to grope our way through many dark places. Life comes to us veiled in mystery. It may be that certain material considerations would greatly modify our action if only we knew them, yet we must act without regard to them, from sheer ignorance. 2 . We cannot, predict the future. Even when we do... read more

Spence, H. D. M., etc.

The Pulpit Commentary - Proverbs 16:33

Chance and providence I. CHANCE IS BUT AN EXPRESSION OF HUMAN IGNORANCE . When we speak of that which is contingent, we mean something the law of which is not yet known. II. MAN 'S CONTROL OVER EVENTS IS LIMITED . We can give the external occasion to a decision; the decision itself rests with a higher power. III. GOD OVERRULES ALL THINGS , AND OVERRULES THEM FOR THE BEST . To pretend that we are not free is to deny our nature, and... 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

Joseph Benson

Joseph Benson's Commentary of the Old and New Testaments - Proverbs 16:27-28

Proverbs 16:27-28. An ungodly man diggeth up evil Invents or designs mischief to others, and prosecutes his evil designs with great and constant industry; in his lips is as a burning coal As his thoughts, so also his words, are very vexatious and pernicious; his tongue is set on fire of hell, and sets himself and others on fire, by lies, slanders, and other provoking speeches. A froward man Or perverse, who perverteth his words and ways; soweth strife By speaking such things as may... read more

Joseph Benson

Joseph Benson's Commentary of the Old and New Testaments - Proverbs 16:29-30

Proverbs 16:29-30. A violent man Hebrew, a man of violence, that is, devoted to violent and injurious courses; enticeth his neighbour Into a confederacy with him in his wicked practices; and leadeth him into the way that is not good That is, into a way that is very sinful, as this phrase is frequently used. He shutteth his eyes That his thoughts may be more free, and intent to contrive mischief; he meditates with the closest intention and application of mind, to devise wicked... read more

Joseph Benson

Joseph Benson's Commentary of the Old and New Testaments - Proverbs 16:31

Proverbs 16:31. The hoary head is a crown of glory A great honour and ornament, as it is a singular blessing of God, and a token of great experience and prudence; if it be found in the way of righteousness If it be accompanied with true piety, otherwise an old sinner is accursed, Isaiah 65:20. “Old age,” says Bishop Patrick, “is very venerable, when a man’s past life has been truly virtuous and useful; which is the best way also to prolong one’s days, and bring one to that great honour,... read more

Joseph Benson

Joseph Benson's Commentary of the Old and New Testaments - Proverbs 16:32

Proverbs 16:32. He that is slow to anger That can suppress its motions, and does not revenge, but shows himself ready to forgive injuries; is better than the mighty Because he is more like God, more wise to foresee, and to prevent mischief both to himself and others, which often arises from rash anger; of a more gallant and generous spirit, and more valiant and victorious. This is opposed to the perverse judgment of the world, who esteem such persons pusillanimous and cowardly; and he... read more

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