17 Bread obtained by falsehood is sweet to a man , But afterward his mouth will be filled with gravel .
18 Prepare plans by consultation , And make war by wise guidance .
19 He who goes about as a slanderer reveals secrets , Therefore do not associate with a gossip e .
20 He who curses his father or his mother , His lamp will go out in time of darkness .
21 An inheritance gained hurriedly at the beginning Will not be blessed in the end .
Matthew Henry's Commentary on Proverbs 20:17-21
Commentary on Proverbs 20:17
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Wealth gotten by fraud may be sweet, for the carnal mind takes pleasure in the success of wicked devices; but it will be bitter in the reflection.
Commentary on Proverbs 20:18
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Especially we need advice in spiritual warfare. The word and Spirit of God are the best counsellors in every point.
Commentary on Proverbs 20:19
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Those dearly buy their own praise, who put confidence in a man because he speaks fairly.
Commentary on Proverbs 20:20
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An undutiful child will become very miserable. Never let him expect any peace or comfort.
Commentary on Proverbs 20:21
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An estate suddenly raised, is often as suddenly ruined.