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The lips of the wise spread knowledge; Not so with the heart of fools.

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Wisdom is Meant to Be Shared

Commentators emphasize that true wisdom is not meant to be hoarded but actively shared. The Hebrew word for 'disperse' suggests scattering seeds for the benefit of others. John Gill applies this directly to Christian ministry, where ministers diffuse the knowledge of Christ and his Gospel, feeding souls with understanding. This principle encourages believers to be generous with the knowledge and truth they possess.

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Albert Barnes

Albert Barnes

On Proverbs 15:7

18th Century

Theologian

Not so - The word translated “so” is taken by some in its etymological force as “strong,” “firm,” and the passage is rendered “the …

Charles Ellicott

Charles Ellicott

On Proverbs 15:7

19th Century

Bishop

But the heart of the foolish does not so.—Or, disperses that which is not right.

John Gill

John Gill

On Proverbs 15:7

17th Century

Pastor

The lips of the wise disperse knowledge Scatter it about for the benefit of others; they are communicative and diffusive …

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Matthew Henry

Matthew Henry

On Proverbs 15:7

17th Century

Minister

We use knowledge rightly when we disperse it; but the heart of the foolish has nothing to disperse that is good.