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The Body Language of Deceit
Commentators explain that this verse paints a vivid picture of a malicious person who uses non-verbal cues—winking, foot movements, and finger gestures—as a secret language. These subtle signs are used to mock others, share deceitful plans, or add slanderous meaning to their words, all while trying to maintain an appearance of innocence.
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Charles Ellicott
On Proverbs 6:13
19th Century
Bishop
He winks with his eyes ...—A picture, taken from the life, of a malicious tattler and scandalmonger, who fills out his lying tale with win…
John Gill
On Proverbs 6:13
17th Century
Pastor
He winketh with his eyes
Not through natural infirmity, but purposely and with design; with one of his eyes, as Aben…
Matthew Henry
On Proverbs 6:12–19
17th Century
Minister
If the slothful are to be condemned, who do nothing, how much more those who do all the evil they can. Observe how such a man is described. He says…