Proverbs 27:6-9
6 Well meant are the wounds a friend inflicts, but profuse are the kisses of an enemy.
7 The sated appetite spurns honey, but to a ravenous appetite even the bitter is sweet.
8 Like a bird that strays from its nest is one who strays from home.
9 Perfume and incense make the heart glad, but the soul is torn by trouble.
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Matthew Henry's Commentary on Proverbs 27:6-9
Commentary on Proverbs 27:5-6
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Plain and faithful rebukes are better, not only than secret hatred, but than love which compliments in sin, to the hurt of the soul.
Commentary on Proverbs 27:7
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The poor have a better relish of their enjoyments, and are often more thankful for them, than the rich. In like manner the proud and self-sufficient disdain the gospel; but those who hunger and thirst after righteousness, find comfort from the meanest book or sermon that testifies of Christ Jesus.
Commentary on Proverbs 27:8
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Every man has his proper place in society, where he may be safe and comfortable.
Commentary on Proverbs 27:9-10
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Depend not for relief upon a kinsman, merely for kindred's sake; apply to those who are at hand, and will help in need. But there is a Friend that sticketh closer than a brother, and let us place entire confidence in him.