Proverbs 29:27
The just abhor an impious man. And the impious abhor those who are on the right way. By keeping the word, the son shall be free from perdition.
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26Many demand the face of the leader. But the judgment of each one proceeds from the Lord.
Cross References
Proverbs 13:19The desired, when perfected, shall delight the soul. The foolish detest those who flee from evils.
Proverbs 29:10Bloodthirsty men hate the simple one; but the just seek out his soul.
John 7:7The world cannot hate you. But it hates me, because I offer testimony about it, that its works are evil.
John 15:23Whoever hates me, hates my Father also.
Matthew Henry on Proverbs 29:27
26 Many seek the ruler's favour; but every man's judgment cometh from the Lord . See here, 1. What is the common course men take to advance and enrich themselves, and make themselves great: they seek the ruler's favour, and, as if all their judgment proceeded from him, to him they make all their court. Solomon was himself a ruler, and knew with what sedulity men made their application to him, some on one errand, others on another, but all for his favour. It is the way of the world to make interest with great men,… Read the whole commentary →