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Proverbs 17:13

Proverbs 17:13
Whoso rewardeth evil for good, evil shall not depart from his house.

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Baptist theologian, 1697–1771

Gill's Exposition

Whoso rewardeth evil for good,.... As the enemies of David and Christ rewarded them, Psa 35:12; this is base ingratitude, contrary to the law and light of nature; worse than beastly, is really…

Nonconformist minister, 1662–1714

Matthew Henry

A malicious mischievous man is here represented, 1. As ungrateful to his friends. He oftentimes is so absurd and insensible of kindnesses done him that he renders evil for good. David met with those…