Proverbs 14:13-14

13 Even in laughter the heart may be in pain, And the 1end of joy may be grief.
14 The backslider in heart will have his 2fill of his own ways, But a good man will 3be satisfied with his.

Proverbs 14:13-14 Meaning and Commentary

INTRODUCTION TO FIRST KINGS 4

As in the preceding chapter we have a proof of the wisdom and understanding which the Lord gave to Solomon, as promised, so in this an account is given of the riches and honour he was possessed of; of him, as king over all Israel, and of his princes, 1Ki 4:1-6; of the providers of food for his household in the several parts of the land, 1Ki 4:7-19; of the largeness and extent of his dominions, and of the peace and prosperity thereof, 1Ki 4:20,21,24,25; of his daily provisions for his household and for his cattle, 1Ki 4:22,23,26-28; and of his superior wisdom and knowledge to all others in all nations, which brought some out of all to hear it, 1Ki 4:29-34.

Cross References 3

  • 1. Ecclesiastes 2:1, 2
  • 2. Proverbs 1:31; Proverbs 12:21
  • 3. Proverbs 12:14; Proverbs 18:20

Footnotes 1

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