101 The proverbs of Solomon . A wise son makes a father glad , But a foolish son is a grief to his mother .
2 Ill-gotten gains do not profit , But righteousness delivers from death . 3 The Lord will not allow the righteous to hunger , But He will reject the craving of the wicked .
4 Poor is he who works with a negligent hand , But the hand of the diligent makes rich .
5 He who gathers in summer is a son who acts wisely , But he who sleeps in harvest is a son who acts shamefully .
6 Blessings are on the head of the righteous , But the mouth of the wicked conceals violence .
7 The memory of the righteous is blessed , But the name of the wicked will rot .
8 The wise of heart will receive commands , But a babbling fool will be ruined .
Matthew Henry's Commentary on Proverbs 10:1-8
Commentary on Proverbs 10:1
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The comfort of parents much depends on their children; and this suggests to both, motives to their duties.
Commentary on Proverbs 10:2-3
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Though the righteous may be poor, the Lord will not suffer him to want what is needful for spiritual life.
Commentary on Proverbs 10:4
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Those who are fervent in spirit, serving the Lord, are likely to be rich in faith, and rich in good works.
Commentary on Proverbs 10:5
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Here is just blame of those who trifle away opportunities, both for here and for hereafter.
Commentary on Proverbs 10:6
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Abundance of blessings shall abide on good men; real blessings.
Commentary on Proverbs 10:7
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Both the just and the wicked must die; but between their souls there is a vast difference.
Commentary on Proverbs 10:8
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The wise in heart puts his knowledge in practice.