Proverbs 6:30
Men do not despise a thief, if he steal to satisfy his soul when he is hungry;
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Baptist theologian, 1697–1771
Gill's Exposition
But if he be found, he shall restore sevenfold,.... According to the law in Exo 22:1; in case of theft double was to be restored, if the theft was found alive in his hand; and in some cases fourfold…
Here is, I. A general exhortation faithfully to adhere to the word of God and to take it for our guide in all our actions.
1. We must look upon the word of God both as a light (Pro 6:23) and as a law,…
Academic commentary, 1882–1921
Cambridge Bible
despise Some render, make light of, let go unpunished("non impunis dimittitur fur," Maur.). But the proper meaning of the Heb. word is to be retained with A.V. and R.V.
"The argument appears to be…