Do you see a man skilled in his work? He will serve kings; He won`t serve obscure men.

Commentaries

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Albert Barnes

Albert Barnes

AlbertBarnes

18th Century
Presbyterian
18th Century

The gift of a quick and ready intellect is to lead to high office; it is not to be wasted on a work to which ordinary people are adequate.

Charles Ellicott

Charles Ellicott

CharlesEllicott

19th Century
Anglican
19th Century

He shall stand before kings. He will attend them as their minister. (Compare to Genesis 41:46.) This verse is a tristich…

John Gill

John Gill

JohnGill

17th Century
Reformed Baptist
17th Century

Do you see a man diligent in his business ?
&c.] In the business of his calling, be it what it will, whether for him…

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