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Proverbs 20:3

King James Version (KJV)
Adam Clarke
Bible Commentary

It is an honoer for a man - The same sentiment as Proverbs 19:11.

Albert Barnes
Notes on the Whole Bible

Meddling - See Proverbs 17:14 note.

Ellen G. White
Education, 135

“He that walketh uprightly walketh surely.”

There is no branch of legitimate business for which the Bible does not afford an essential preparation. Its principles of diligence, honesty, thrift, temperance, and purity are the secret of true success. These principles, as set forth in the book of Proverbs, constitute a treasury of practical wisdom. Where can the merchant, the artisan, the director of men in any department of business, find better maxims for himself or for his employees than are found in these words of the wise man: Ed 135.1

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Ellen G. White
Mind, Character, and Personality, vol. 2, 439.3

Do Not Discuss Grievances—“Blessed are the peacemakers; for they shall be called the children of God.” Who calls them so? All the heavenly intelligences. Then do not encourage any tempted soul to tell you the grievances of a brother or a friend. Tell them that you do not want to hear their words of censure and evil speaking, because your Counselor has told you in His Word that if you cease to stir up strife and become a peacemaker, you will be blessed. Tell them that this is the blessing you are craving. 2MCP 439.3

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