Proverbs 24:25
But to them that rebuke him shall be delight, and a good blessing shall come upon them.
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Baptist theologian, 1697–1771
Gill's Exposition
Every man shall kiss his lips that giveth a right answer. Either as a witness to a question put to him in court, to which he answers aptly and uprightly; or rather as a judge, who, having heard a…
Presbyterian pastor, 1798–1870
Barnes' Notes
There is no surer path to popularity than a righteous severity in punishing guilt.
Here are lessons for wise men, that is, judges and princes. As subjects must do their duty, and be obedient to magistrates, so magistrates must do their duty in administering justice to their…
Academic commentary, 1882–1921
Cambridge Bible
rebuke i.e. convict and punish. Comp. the use of the same Heb. word in Pro 3:12; Amo 5:10.
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