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Trusted original commentary from respected historical Bible scholars and theologians.
Gill's ExpositionBaptist theologian, 1697–1771
And put a knife to thy throat,.... Refrain from too much talk at the table; give not too loose to thy tongue, but bridle…
Barnes' NotesPresbyterian pastor, 1798–1870
i. e., “Restrain thy appetite, eat as if the knife were at thy throat.” Others render the words “thou wilt put a knife…
Cambridge BibleAcademic commentary, 1882–1921
put a knife i.e. Restrain forcibly thy appetite as with a knife held to thy throat. Others render, thou wilt put(R.V.…