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Proverbs 20:15

Proverbs 20:15
There is gold, and a multitude of rubies: but the lips of knowledge are a precious jewel.

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Gill's ExpositionBaptist theologian, 1697–1771

There is gold, and a multitude of rubies,.... A man may have a large quantity of either, or of both of thorn, as some…

Barnes' NotesPresbyterian pastor, 1798–1870

A precious jewel - literally, “A vessel of preciousness,” i. e., most precious of all are “the lips of knowledge.”

Matthew HenryNonconformist minister, 1662–1714

The lips of knowledge (a good understanding to guide the lips and a good elocution to diffuse the knowledge) are to be…

Cambridge BibleAcademic commentary, 1882–1921

rubies The R.V. retains this word, but refers to Job 28:18, where it gives in the margin, or, red coral, or, pearls. See…