Proverbs 27:2
Let another man praise thee, and not thine own mouth; a stranger, and not thine own lips.
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Baptist theologian, 1697–1771
Gill's Exposition
Let another man praise thee, and not thine own mouth,.... Men should do those things which are praiseworthy; and should do them openly, that they may be seen and praised for them: for it is honourable…
Presbyterian pastor, 1798–1870
Barnes' Notes
Another - An “alienus” rather than “alius.” Praise to be worth anything must be altogether independent.
Nonconformist minister, 1662–1714
Matthew Henry
Note, 1. We must do that which is commendable, for which even strangers may praise us. Our light must shine before men, and we must do good works that may be seen, though we must not do them on…
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