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- Proverbs
- Chapter 16
- Verse 7
Proverbs 16:7
When a man's ways please the LORD, he maketh even his enemies to be at peace with him.
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Commentary
Trusted original commentary from respected historical Bible scholars and theologians.
Baptist theologian, 1697–1771
Gill's Exposition
When a man's ways please the Lord,.... As they do when a man walks according to the rule of his word; when he walks as he has Christ for an example; when he walks after the Spirit, and not after the…
Presbyterian pastor, 1798–1870
Barnes' Notes
Goodness has power to charm and win even enemies to itself.
Nonconformist minister, 1662–1714
Matthew Henry
Note, 1. God can turn foes into friends when he pleases. He that has all hearts in his hand has access to men's spirits and power over them, working insensibly, but irresistibly upon them, can make a…
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