Only those who humble themselves shall be exalted and established.
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Proverbs 29:23
Matthew Henry on Proverbs 29:23
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commentaryThe Pulpit Commentary on Proverbs 29:1-27EXPOSITION This chapter reinforces many precept given previously.Joseph S. Exell and contributorscommentaryThe Pulpit Commentary on Proverbs 29:18-23Fatal defects in the social state I. THE WANT OF COMMANDING RELIGIOUS TEACHING. The great prophets of Israel were the great instructors of the people. They declared Jehovah's living oracles; they made clear the eternal…Joseph S. Exell and contributorscommentaryMatthew Henry on Proverbs 29:23This agrees with what Christ said more than once, 1. That those who exalt themselves shall be abased. Those that think to gain respect by lifting up themselves above their rank, by looking high, talking big, appearing f…Matthew HenrycommentaryThe Pulpit Commentary on Proverbs 29:23(See homily on Proverbs 16:18.)—C. Proverbs 29:25, Proverbs 29:26 Two temptations and two resources As responsible human souls, we find ourselves exposed to two dangers, and we have two sources of refuge and strength of…Joseph S. Exell and contributorscommentaryThe Pulpit Commentary on Proverbs 29:23A man's pride shall bring him low. The same thought is found in Proverbs 15:33; Proverbs 16:18; Proverbs 25:6, etc.; Luke 14:11. Honour shall uphold the humble in spirit; better, as the Revised Version, he that is of a…Joseph S. Exell and contributors