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The Power of Saying "No"
Commentators emphasize that the primary defense against evil companionship is the simple but powerful ability to refuse. Albert Barnes states the only safety is in the power of saying “No.” John Gill elaborates, urging a decisive and unwavering refusal, not just in deeds but in words and attitude, when sinners try to persuade you.
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Albert Barnes
On Proverbs 1:10
18th Century
Theologian
The first great danger that threatens the simple and the young is that of evil companionship. The only safety is found in the power of saying “No” …
Charles Ellicott
On Proverbs 1:10
19th Century
Bishop
If sinners entice thee.— A warning against taking part in brigandage, a crime to which Palestine was at all times particularly exp…
John Gill
On Proverbs 1:10
17th Century
Pastor
My son, if sinners entice you
Endeavour to seduce you from your parents, and draw you aside from them, from listenin…
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Matthew Henry
On Proverbs 1:10–19
17th Century
Minister
Wicked people are zealous in seducing others into the paths of the destroyer: sinners love company in sin. But they have so much the more to answer…