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The righteous one eats to the satisfying of his soul, But the belly of the wicked goes hungry.

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Contentment vs. Want

Commentators explain that this verse speaks to both physical provision and the attitude towards it. The righteous person has their needs met and is content, finding satisfaction in what God provides. In contrast, the wicked "shall want," which could mean a literal lack of resources or a state of perpetual dissatisfaction driven by greed or squandered wealth.

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Charles Ellicott

Charles Ellicott

On Proverbs 13:25

19th Century

Bishop

The righteous eateth to the satisfying of his soul i.e., has enough for his wants. (See above on Proverbs 10:3.…

John Gill

John Gill

On Proverbs 13:25

17th Century

Pastor

The righteous eats to the satisfying of his soul
He is blessed with a sufficient competency to live upon; and he is …

Matthew Henry

Matthew Henry

On Proverbs 13:25

17th Century

Minister

It is the misery of the wicked, that even their sensual appetites are always craving. The righteous feeds on the word and ordinances, to the satisf…