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Thursday, November 21st, 2024
the Week of Proper 28 / Ordinary 33
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Bible Commentaries
Proverbs 31

Morgan's Exposition on the Whole BibleMorgan's Exposition

Verses 1-31

This is the second section of the appendix. There have been many conjectures as to who King Lemuel was, but nothing certainly can be said. It is divided into two parts, the first of which consists of his mother's advice to him. This advice urges him against becoming the slave of passion, warns him that while there may be some excuse for the man who is ready to perish if he take strong drink, it must be utterly avoided by kings and princes. And, finally, she sets before him the first duty of the kingly office, that is, caring for all who are oppressed and needy.

The second half is a beautiful picture of a virtuous woman, and may be supposed to be King Lemuel's picture of his mother. After a fine description of her beauty and her diligence, and the helpful influence she exerted in bringing her husband to places of power, he ends with the declaration:

Many daughters have done virtuously, But thou excellest them all, and with a blessing on her.

Bibliographical Information
Morgan, G. Campbell. "Commentary on Proverbs 31". "Morgan's Exposition on the Bible". https://www.studylight.org/commentaries/eng/gcm/proverbs-31.html. 1857-84.
 
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