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Jamieson-Fausset-Brown Commentary Critical and Explanatory on the Whole Bible
Robert Jamieson, A. R. Fausset, David Brown · 1871
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Robert Jamieson, A. R. Fausset, David Brown · 1871
Commentary Critical and Explanatory on the Whole Bible (1871). CCEL expanded electronic edition states it is in the public domain.
Proverbs Chapter 31 1 Jamieson-Fausset-Brown Commentary Critical and Explanatory on the Whole Bible
Proverbs Chapter 31 2 Jamieson-Fausset-Brown Commentary Critical and Explanatory on the Whole Bible
2. What, my son?--that is, What shall I say? Repetitions denote earnestness.
son of my womb--as our phrase, "my own son," a term of special affection.
son of my vows--as one dedicated to God; so the word "Lemuel" may mean.
Proverbs Chapter 31 3 Jamieson-Fausset-Brown Commentary Critical and Explanatory on the Whole Bible
3-9. Succinct but solemn warnings against vices to which kings are peculiarly tempted, as carnal pleasures and oppressive and unrighteous government are used to sustain sensual indulgence.
strength--mental and bodily resources for health and comfort.
thy ways--or course of life.
to that . . . kings--literally, "to the destroying of kings," avoid destructive pleasures (compare
Pr 5:9; 7:22, 27; Ho 4:11).
Proverbs Chapter 31 4 Jamieson-Fausset-Brown Commentary Critical and Explanatory on the Whole Bible
4, 5. Stimulants enfeeble reason, pervert the heart, and do not suit rulers, who need clear and steady minds, and well-governed affections (compare
Pr 20:1; 22:29).
pervert . . . afflicted--They give unrighteous decisions against the poor.
Proverbs Chapter 31 6 Jamieson-Fausset-Brown Commentary Critical and Explanatory on the Whole Bible
6, 7. The proper use of such drinks is to restore tone to feeble bodies and depressed minds (compare
Ps 104:15).
Proverbs Chapter 31 8 Jamieson-Fausset-Brown Commentary Critical and Explanatory on the Whole Bible
8, 9. Open . . . cause--Plead for those who cannot plead for themselves, as the orphan, stranger, &c. (compare
Ps 72:12; Isa 1:17).
appointed to destruction--who are otherwise ruined by their oppressors (compare
Pr 29:14, 16).
Proverbs Chapter 31 10 Jamieson-Fausset-Brown Commentary Critical and Explanatory on the Whole Bible
10-31. This exquisite picture of a truly lovely wife is conceived and drawn in accordance with the customs of Eastern nations, but its moral teachings suit all climes. In Hebrew the verses begin with the letters of the Hebrew alphabet in order (compare
Introduction
to Poetical Books).
Who . . . woman--The question implies that such are rare, though not entirely wanting (compare
Pr 18:22; 19:14).
virtuous--literally, "of strength," that is, moral courage (compare
Pr 12:4; Ru 3:11).
her price, &c.--(compare
Pr 3:15).
Proverbs Chapter 31 11 Jamieson-Fausset-Brown Commentary Critical and Explanatory on the Whole Bible
11. heart . . . trust in her--He relies on her prudence and skill.
no need of spoil--does not lack profit or gain, especially, that obtained by the risk of war.
Pr 31:1-31.
1. On the title of this, the sixth part of the book, see
Introduction.
prophecy--(See on
Pr 30:1).