Whedon's Commentary on the Bible - Proverbs 29:8
8. Scornful men Those who scoff at prudent counsels and good management. Bring a city into a snare The best critics prefer to render this, “inflame a city” blow up a flame incite the people. Turn away wrath Abate it, allay excitement. Comp. Ezekiel 22:30; Exodus 32:10-14; Psalms 106:23. read more
Whedon's Commentary on the Bible - Proverbs 29:7
7. Considereth the cause Pleadeth it. The expression is used in a forensic sense. Wicked regardeth not to know Will not take pains to obtain a knowledge of the cause, much less “consider” or plead it. This proverb should be heeded especially by judges and others in official positions. Compare Proverbs 28:5; Job 29:16. read more