Matthew Henry Commentary Proverbs 29:8

Matthew Henry Commentary

Proverbs 29:8

1662–1714
Presbyterian
Matthew Henry
Matthew Henry

Matthew Henry Commentary

Proverbs 29:8

1662–1714
Presbyterian
SCRIPTURE

"Scoffers set a city in a flame; But wise men turn away wrath." — Proverbs 29:8 (ASV)

The scornful mock at things sacred and serious. Men who promote religion, which is true wisdom, turn away the wrath of God.