Proverbs 28:21-28

21 It is not good to have respect for a man's position: for a man will do wrong for a bit of bread.

22 He who is ever desiring wealth goes running after money, and does not see that need will come on him.

23 He who says words of protest to a man will later have more approval than one who says smooth words with his tongue.

24 He who takes from his father or his mother what is theirs by right, and says, It is no sin; is the same as a taker of life.

25 He who is ever desiring profit is a cause of fighting; but he who puts his faith in the Lord will be made fat.

26 He whose faith is in himself is foolish; but everyone walking wisely will be kept safe.

27 He who gives to the poor will never be in need, but great curses will be on him who gives no attention to them.

28 When evil-doers are lifted up, men take cover; but when destruction overtakes them, the upright are increased.

Proverbs 28:21-28 Meaning and Commentary

INTRODUCTION TO 1 KINGS 15

In this chapter we have a short history of the reign of Abijam, 1Ki 15:1-8 and of Asa, 1Ki 14:9-24, both kings of Judah; and of the reigns of Nadab the son of Jeroboam, and of Baasha, who destroyed his family, both kings of Israel, 1Ki 15:25-34.