Proverbs 27:21
“As the fining pot for silver, and the furnace for gold; so is a man to his praise.”
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Commentary
Trusted original commentary from respected historical Bible scholars and theologians.
Gill's ExpositionBaptist theologian, 1697–1771
Be thou diligent to know the state of flocks,.... In what condition they are; what health they enjoy; how fat and…
Barnes' NotesPresbyterian pastor, 1798–1870
So is ... - Better, So let a man be to his praise, let him purify it from all the alloy of flattery and baseness with…
Matthew HenryNonconformist minister, 1662–1714
This gives us a touchstone by which we may try ourselves. Silver and gold are tried by putting them into the furnace and…
Cambridge BibleAcademic commentary, 1882–1921
to his praise The meaning is brought out more clearly in R.V. text:
The fining pot is for silver, and the furnace for…
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