Proverbs 29:27
An abomination of the righteous is an unjust man: and an abomination of the wicked is one who is upright in [his] way.
Leeser Tanakh
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26Many seek the favor of a ruler; but from the Lord cometh justice for man.
Cross References
Psalms 119:115Depart from me, ye evildoers, that I may keep the commandments of God.
Proverbs 13:19A desire accomplished is pleasant to the soul; but it is abomination to fools to depart from evil.
Proverbs 29:10Men of blood hate the guiltless one; but the upright seek [to preserve] his life.
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 →