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Haughty eyes, a lying tongue, Hands that shed innocent blood;
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Pride: A Barrier to Grace
Commentators emphasize that pride ('haughty eyes') is listed first because it is a foundational sin that is directly opposed to God. Charles Ellicott explains that God hates pride because it renders a person unfit to receive His grace, as they will not acknowledge their weakness and seek His strength.
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18th Century
Presbyterian
A new section, but not a new subject. The closing words, "he that soweth discord" (Proverbs 6:19, compare Proverbs 6:14), lead…
19th Century
Anglican
A proud look.—Hateful to God, because it renders people unfit to receive grace. Until they acknowledge their weakness, they will n…
17th Century
Reformed Baptist
A proud look Or, "eyes elated" F4 ; scorning to look down upon others; or looking upon them with disdain;…
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