Proverbs 29:16
When the wicked are multiplied, transgression increaseth: but the righteous shall see their fall.
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Baptist theologian, 1697–1771
Gill's Exposition
When the wicked are multiplied,.... Or "are in authority" (r); as the word is rendered, Pro 29:2;
transgression increaseth; among the common people, being encouraged by their wicked rulers, whose…
Nonconformist minister, 1662–1714
Matthew Henry
Note, 1. The more sinners there are the more sin there is: When the wicked, being countenanced by authority, grow numerous, and walk on every side, no marvel if transgression increases, as a plague in…
Academic commentary, 1882–1921
Cambridge Bible
are multiplied "Or, are in authority," R.V. marg. See Pro 29:29, note.
shall see shall look upon, R.V., with thoughtful satisfaction. Comp. Psa 37:34; Psa 112:8.
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