Proverbs 28 Footnotes

28:16 This proverb states the general principle that the oppression of his people sometimes practiced by an unwise ruler often has in it the seeds of destruction for his reign. Rehoboam is an example of the principle at work (1Kg 12:12-14).

28:21 Far from being absurd, as some critics claim, this proverb shows the extent to which some people will take injustice, and how little it takes to buy some people’s favor. They will allow the favoritism and injustice to continue for no more than a piece of bread. Greed and lust for power drive people to amazing injustice.