The father of the righteous has great joy. Whoever fathers a wise child delights in him.

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Albert Barnes

Albert Barnes

AlbertBarnes

18th Century
Presbyterian
18th Century

Another continuous exhortation rather than a collection of maxims.

(Proverbs 23:16) The teacher rejoices when the disciple’s hea…

John Gill

John Gill

JohnGill

17th Century
Reformed Baptist
17th Century

The father of the righteous shall greatly rejoice
Or "in rejoicing shall rejoice" F4 , in his son; not th…

Matthew Henry

Matthew Henry

MatthewHenry

17th Century
Presbyterian
17th Century

The gracious Saviour who purchased pardon and peace for his people, with all the affection of a tender parent, counsels us to hear and be wise, and…

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