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There is precious treasure and oil in the dwelling of the wise; But a foolish man swalloweth it up.

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Albert Barnes

Albert Barnes

AlbertBarnes

18th Century
Presbyterian
18th Century

Spends it up - literally, swallows it. The wise man keeps a store in reserve. He gains uprightly, spends moderately, never exhausts himself.…

John Gill

John Gill

JohnGill

17th Century
Reformed Baptist
17th Century

[There is] a treasure to be desired
Gold, silver, jewels, and precious stones; all sorts of food, as Aben Ezra expla…

Matthew Henry

Matthew Henry

MatthewHenry

17th Century
Presbyterian
17th Century

The plenty obtained by prudence, industry, and frugality is desirable. But the foolish misspend what they have upon their lusts.

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