Many seek the ruler's favour; but every man's judgment cometh from the LORD.

Commentaries

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Albert Barnes

Albert Barnes

AlbertBarnes

18th Century
Presbyterian
18th Century

To trust in the favor of princes is to build upon the sands. The judgment which will set right all wrong will come from the Lord. It is better to w…

Charles Ellicott

Charles Ellicott

CharlesEllicott

19th Century
Anglican
19th Century

Many seek the ruler’s favour.— And to be advanced by him; but his approval is of little value, for “every man’s judgment comet…

John Gill

John Gill

JohnGill

17th Century
Reformed Baptist
17th Century

Many seek the ruler's favour
Or "face" F5 ; are very desirous of being admitted into his presence, and of…

Matthew Henry

Matthew Henry

MatthewHenry

17th Century
Presbyterian
17th Century

The wisest course is to look to God, and seek the favour of the Ruler of rulers; for every creature is to us what God makes it to be.

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