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Attitude Over Intellect
All commentators agree that the 'scoffer' fails to find wisdom not due to a lack of intellect, but because of their attitude. Scholars explain that a scoffer's pride, contempt, and lack of reverence create a barrier to truth. As one commentator notes, God actively 'resists the proud,' making divine wisdom inaccessible to those who approach it with a scornful heart.
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Albert Barnes
On Proverbs 14:6
18th Century
Theologian
Findeth it not — literally, there is none. The successful pursuit of wisdom presupposes at least earnestness and reverence. T…
Charles Ellicott
On Proverbs 14:6
19th Century
Bishop
A scorner seeks wisdom, and finds it not. —Because God resists the proud (1 Peter 5:5), and no one c…
John Gill
On Proverbs 14:6
17th Century
Pastor
A scorner seeks wisdom, and [finds it] not So the scornful Greeks, that scoffed at the plainness and simplicity of the Gospel, soug…
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Matthew Henry
On Proverbs 14:6
17th Century
Minister
A scorner treats Divine things with contempt. He who feels his ignorance and unworthiness will search the Scriptures in a humble spirit.