Proverbs Commentary

Wrath is cruel, and anger is outrageous; but who is able to stand before envy?

He that sendeth a message by the hand of a fool cutteth off the feet, and drinketh damage.

Answer a fool according to his folly, lest he be wise in his own conceit.

Answer not a fool according to his folly, lest thou also be like unto him.

Put not forth thyself in the presence of the king, and stand not in the place of great men:

Take away the wicked from before the king, and his throne shall be established in righteousness.

Take away the dross from the silver, and there shall come forth a vessel for the finer.

For by wise counsel thou shalt make thy war: and in multitude of counsellors there is safety.

A wise man is strong; yea, a man of knowledge increaseth strength.

And by knowledge shall the chambers be filled with all precious and pleasant riches.