25 Fearing people is a dangerous trap, but trusting the Lord means safety.

26 Many seek the ruler's favor, but justice comes from the Lord .

Matthew Henry's Commentary on Proverbs 29:25-26

Commentary on Proverbs 29:25

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Many are ashamed to own Christ now; and he will not own them in the day of judgment. But he that trusts in the Lord will be saved from this snare.

Commentary on Proverbs 29:26

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The wisest course is, to look to God, and seek the favour of the Ruler of rulers; for every creature is that to us which God makes it to be.