20 Whoso is taking away a garment in a cold day, 'Is as' vinegar on nitre, And a singer of songs on a sad heart.

Matthew Henry's Commentary on Proverbs 25:20

Commentary on Proverbs 25:20

(Read Proverbs 25:20)

We take a wrong course if we think to relieve those in sorrow by endeavouring to make them merry.