Matthew Henry Commentary Proverbs 29:18

"Where there is no vision, the people cast off restraint; But he that keepeth the law, happy is he." — Proverbs 29:18 (ASV)

How bare does a place look without Bibles and ministers! And what an easy prey it is to the enemy of souls! That gospel is an open vision, which proclaims Christ, which humbles the sinner and exalts the Saviour, which promotes holiness in life and conduct: and these are precious truths to keep the soul alive and prevent it from perishing.