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In the house of the righteous is much treasure, But the income of the wicked brings trouble.
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The Nature of True Treasure
Commentators explain that the "treasure" of the righteous is not limited to material wealth. While God can bless his people with riches, the primary treasure is His blessing, which brings contentment. John Gill adds that this includes vast spiritual treasures: God Himself, Christ, the graces of the Spirit, and the assurance of eternal life.
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19th Century
Anglican
In the house of the righteous is much treasure.— For God’s blessing (Proverbs 3:33) is upon it; while the wic…
17th Century
Reformed Baptist
In the house of the righteous [is] much treasure God sometimes blesses the righteous with great riches, as he did Abraham…
Presbyterian
The wealth of worldly men increases their fears and suspicions, adds strength to their passions, and renders the fear of death more distressing.
