Proverbs 24:23
23 These also are sayings of the wise: To show partiality in judging is not good:
Other Translations of Proverbs 24:23
King James Version
23 These things also belong to the wise. It is not good to have respect of persons in judgment.
English Standard Version
23 These also are sayings of the wise. Partiality in judging is not good.
The Message
23 It's wrong, very wrong, to go along with injustice.
New King James Version
23 These things also belong to the wise: It is not good to show partiality in judgment.
New Living Translation
23 Here are some further sayings of the wise: It is wrong to show favoritism when passing judgment.
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Matthew Henry's Commentary on Proverbs 24:23
Commentary on Proverbs 24:23-26
(Read Proverbs 24:23-26)
The wisdom God giveth, renders a man fit for his station. Every one who finds the benefit of the right answer, will be attached to him that gave it.