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Proverbs 23:3

Proverbs 23:3
Be not desirous of his dainties: for they are deceitful meat.

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Trusted original commentary from respected historical Bible scholars and theologians.

Gill's ExpositionBaptist theologian, 1697–1771

Be not desirous of his dainties,.... His savoury food, which is very grateful to the taste, his rich provisions and…

Barnes' NotesPresbyterian pastor, 1798–1870

Dainties ... deceitful meat - Such as “savory meat,” venison Gen 27:4, offered not from genuine hospitality, but with…

Cambridge BibleAcademic commentary, 1882–1921

Maurer quotes in illustration of these verses (1 3):

"Keep thee from the man that hath power to kill,

And thou shalt…

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