Proverbs 29:26
Many seek the ruler's favour; but every man's judgment cometh from the LORD.
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Baptist theologian, 1697–1771
Gill's Exposition
Many seek the ruler's favour,.... Or "face" (e); are very desirous of being admitted into his presence, and of having his company and conversation; of having an opportunity to ask a favour of him, and…
Presbyterian pastor, 1798–1870
Barnes' Notes
To trust in the favor of princes is to build upon the sands. The judgment which will set right all wrong will come from the Lord. It is better to wait for that than to run here and there, canvassing,…
Nonconformist minister, 1662–1714
Matthew Henry
See here, 1. What is the common course men take to advance and enrich themselves, and make themselves great: they seek the ruler's favour, and, as if all their judgment proceeded from him, to him they…
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