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The Teacher as a Father
Commentators clarify that the 'father' in this verse is primarily the teacher (Solomon) addressing his students or 'sons.' This establishes a relationship of loving authority. Matthew Henry extends this principle, urging believers to view their spiritual teachers as father figures, welcoming their instruction even when it involves correction.
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Albert Barnes
On Proverbs 4:1
18th Century
Theologian
The words ye children indicate, as usual, a new section returning, after the break of Proverbs 3:27-35, to the old strain of fatherly coun…
Charles Ellicott
On Proverbs 4:1
19th Century
Bishop
(g) Seventh Discourse:—Recollections of his Father’s Instructions (Proverbs 4:1–5:6).
A father. —That i…
John Gill
On Proverbs 4:1
17th Century
Pastor
Hear, you children, the instruction of a father
Either of God their father, as Gersom interprets it; or rather of Solomon thei…
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Matthew Henry
On Proverbs 4:1–13
17th Century
Minister
We must look upon our teachers as our fathers: though instruction carries reproof and correction, welcome it. Solomon's parents loved him; therefor…