Charles Ellicott Commentary Proverbs 11:16

Charles Ellicott Commentary

Proverbs 11:16

1819–1905
Anglican
Charles Ellicott
Charles Ellicott

Charles Ellicott Commentary

Proverbs 11:16

1819–1905
Anglican
SCRIPTURE

"A gracious woman obtaineth honor; And violent men obtain riches." — Proverbs 11:16 (ASV)

A gracious woman retaineth honour—Each sex has its own power. A woman by her attractiveness wins and retains favour, a man by his strength and riches.