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Barnes' Notes on Proverbs 11:26

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Albert Barnes (1798–1870) · 19th-century historical commentary
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In the early stages of commerce there seems no way of making money rapidly so sure as that of buying up grain in time of famine, waiting until the dearth presses heavily, and then selling at famine prices. Men hate this selfishness, and pour blessings upon him who sells at a moderate profit. return to 'Top of Page'
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