Proverbs 15:27-33

27 The greedy for gain brings trouble to his home, but he who hates bribes will live.

28 The mind of the righteous thinks before speaking, but the mouth of the wicked spews out evil stuff.

29 ADONAI is far from the wicked, but he listens to the prayer of the righteous.

30 A cheerful glance brings joy to the heart, and good news invigorates the bones.

31 He who heeds life-giving correction will be at home in the company of the wise.

32 He who spurns discipline detests himself, but he who listens to correction grows in understanding.

33 The discipline of wisdom is fear of ADONAI, so before being honored, a person must be humble.

Proverbs 15:27-33 Meaning and Commentary

INTRODUCTION TO FIRST KINGS 5

This chapter relates Solomon's preparation for building the temple: on Hiram, king of Tyre, sending a congratulatory letter to him, he returned another to him, signifying his intention to build an house for God, and requesting him to supply him with timber, and men to work it, 1Ki 5:1-6; to which Hiram readily agreed, and sent him cedar and fir, and Solomon in return sent him food for his household; and things went on very amicably between them, 1Ki 5:7-12; the chapter concludes with an account of Solomon's workmen, where, how, and in what they were employed, 1Ki 5:13-18.