Proverbs 26:25

“When he speaketh fair, believe him not, etc.] Gives good words, flatters with his lips, pretends great kindness and favour, expresses himself in a very gracious and amiable manner, in order to gain attention and respect; or when he delivers himself in a submissive and suppliant way, with great humility and deference; or in a mournful and pitiful strain, as if he had the most tender affection and concern; be not too credulous; do not suffer yourselves to be imposed upon by him; be upon your guard, distrust him, suspect a snake in the grass; for [there are] seven abominations in his heart; a multitude of wicked purposes, schemes, and designs, which he has formed there against you, and which he…”

“Sentiment of Pro 26:24 carried out. seven abominations in his heart--that is, very many (compare Pro 24:16).”

“Seven abominations - Compare Proverbs 26:16 note. Here “seven” retains, perhaps, its significance as the symbol of completeness. Evil has, as it were, gone through all its work, and holds its accursed Sabbath in the heart in which all things are “very evil.” return to 'Top of Page'”

“speaketh fair: Heb. maketh his voice gracious, Psa 12:2, Psa 28:3; Jer 9:2-8; Mic 7:5 believe: Jer 12:6; Mat 24:23 seven: Pro 6:16-19 Proverbs 26:26”