Let all that wish well to the kingdom of Christ, do what they can, that many may be added to his church.
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Proverbs 14:28
Matthew Henry on Proverbs 14:28
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commentaryThe Pulpit Commentary on Proverbs 14:1-35EXPOSITIONJoseph S. Exell and contributorscommentaryMatthew Henry on Proverbs 14:28Here are two maxims in politics, which carry their own evidence with them:—1. That it is much for the honour of a king to have a populous kingdom; it is a sign that he rules well, since strangers are hereby invited to c…Matthew HenrycommentaryThe Pulpit Commentary on Proverbs 14:28In the multitude of people is the king's honour (glory); but in the want of people is the destruction of the prince; or, of the principality. This maxim is not in accordance with the views of Oriental conquerors and des…Joseph S. Exell and contributorscommentaryThe Pulpit Commentary on Proverbs 14:28-35Life contrasts I. IN PUBLIC LIFE. 1. Fulness and scantiness of population. (Proverbs 14:28.) The Hebrew had a deep sense of the value of fruitfulness in the wedded life, and of increase in the nation. The majesty of the…Joseph S. Exell and contributors