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Proverbs 19:23

Proverbs 19:23
The fear of the LORD tendeth to life: and he that hath it shall abide satisfied; he shall not be visited with evil.

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Gill's ExpositionBaptist theologian, 1697–1771

The fear of the Lord tendeth to life,.... "Godliness", of which the fear of the Lord is a principal part, has "the…

Barnes' NotesPresbyterian pastor, 1798–1870

Shall abide satisfied - Better, one that is satisfied hath a sure abiding-place. The word “abide” has, most probably,…

Matthew HenryNonconformist minister, 1662–1714

See what those that get by it that live in the fear of God, and always make conscience of their duty to him. 1. Safety:…