Proverbs 18:13-16

¹³ If one gives answer before hearing, it is folly and shame.

¹⁴ The human spirit will endure sickness; but a broken spirit-who can bear?

¹⁵ An intelligent mind acquires knowledge, and the ear of the wise seeks knowledge.

¹⁶ A gift opens doors; it gives access to the great.

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Matthew Henry's Commentary on Proverbs 18:13-16

Commentary on Proverbs 18:13

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Eagerness, with self-conceit, will expose to shame.

Commentary on Proverbs 18:14

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Firmness of mind supports under many pains and trials. But when the conscience is tortured with remorse, no human fortitude can bear the misery; what then will hell be?

Commentary on Proverbs 18:15

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We must get knowledge, not only into our heads, but into our hearts.

Commentary on Proverbs 18:16

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Blessed be the Lord, who makes us welcome to come to his throne, without money and without price. May his gifts make room for him in our souls.

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