Pride grows from that root of bitterness which is in the heart. The root must be plucked up, or we cannot conquer this branch. The prudent words of wise men get them out of difficulties.
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Matthew Henry's Commentary on Proverbs 14:3
Commentary on Proverbs 14:3
(Read Proverbs 14:3)
Pride grows from that root of bitterness which is in the heart. The root must be plucked up, or we cannot conquer this branch. The prudent words of wise men get them out of difficulties.