Reproach - The word so rendered has this sense in the Targum of (Leviticus 20:17). Its more usual meaning is "mercy," "piety;" h…

Righteousness.— See above, on Proverbs 10:2.

Righteousness exalts a nation
Administered by the government, and exercised by subjects towards one another; doing justice bet…

Piety and holiness always promote industry, sobriety, and honesty.