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Proverbs 24:30

Proverbs 24:30
I went by the field of the slothful , and by the vineyard of the man void of understanding;

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Baptist theologian, 1697–1771

Gill's Exposition

Then I saw, and considered it well,.... Or, "when I saw, I considered it well"; or "set my heart it" (z); when he saw as he passed along the field and the vineyard, he, considered who was the owner…

Presbyterian pastor, 1798–1870

Barnes' Notes

The chapter ends with an apologue, which may be taken as a parable of something yet deeper. The field and the vineyard are more than the man’s earthly possessions. His neglect brings barrenness or…

Nonconformist minister, 1662–1714

Matthew Henry

Proverbs 24:30-34

Here is, 1. The view which Solomon took of the field and vineyard of the slothful man. He did not go on purpose to see it, but, as he passed by, observing the fruitfulness of the ground, as it is very…

Academic commentary, 1882–1921

Cambridge Bible

Proverbs 24:30-34

The Sluggard's Vineyard. Comp. Pro 6:6-11, and notes.