11 The rich man's wealth is his strong city, And like a high wall in his own esteem.

Matthew Henry's Commentary on Proverbs 18:11

Commentary on Proverbs 18:10-11

(Read Proverbs 18:10-11)

The Divine power, made known in and through our Lord Jesus Christ, forms a strong tower for the believer, who relies on the Lord. How deceitful the defence of the rich man, who has his portion and treasure in this world! It is a strong city and a high wall only in his own conceit; for it will fail when most in need. They will be exposed to the just wrath of that Judge whom they despised as a Saviour.