Proverbs 29:10
The bloodthirsty hate a man of integrity; 2 and they seek the life of the upright. 1
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In The King James Version
The bloodthirsty hate the upright: but the just seek his soul.
In Context
9If a wise man goes to court with a foolish man, 2 the fool rages or scoffs, and there is no peace. 1
11A fool vents all of his anger, 2 but a wise man brings himself under control. 1
Cross References
Proverbs 13:19Longing fulfilled is sweet to the soul, 2 but fools detest turning from evil. 1
Matthew Henry on Proverbs 29:10
9 If a wise man contendeth with a foolish man, whether he rage or laugh, there is no rest. A wise man is here advised not to set his wit to a fool's, not to dispute with him, or by contending with him to think either of fastening reason upon him or gaining right from him: If a wise man contend with a wise man, he may hope to be understood, and, as far as he has reason and equity on his side, to carry his point, at least to bring the controversy to a head and make it issue amicably; but, if he contend with a… Read the whole commentary →