Albert Barnes Commentary Proverbs 17:19

Albert Barnes Commentary

Proverbs 17:19

1798–1870
Presbyterian
Albert Barnes
Albert Barnes

Albert Barnes Commentary

Proverbs 17:19

1798–1870
Presbyterian
SCRIPTURE

"He loveth transgression that loveth strife: He that raiseth high his gate seeketh destruction." — Proverbs 17:19 (ASV)

He that exalteth his gate - that is, builds a stately house, indulges in arrogant ostentation.