7 When a man's ways are pleasing to the Lord , He makes even his enemies to be at peace with him.
8 Better is a little with righteousness Than great income with injustice e .
9 The mind of man plans his way , But the Lord directs his steps .
10 A divine decision is in the lips of the king ; His mouth should not err in judgment .
Matthew Henry's Commentary on Proverbs 16:7-10
Commentary on Proverbs 16:7
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He that has all hearts in his hand, can make a man's enemies to be at peace with him.
Commentary on Proverbs 16:8
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A small estate, honestly come by, will turn to better account than a great estate ill-gotten.
Commentary on Proverbs 16:9-10
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If men make God's glory their end, and his will their rule, he will direct their steps by his Spirit and grace. 10. Let kings and judges of the earth be just, and rule in the fear of God.