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Barnes' Notes on Proverbs 13:15

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Albert Barnes (1798–1870) · 19th-century historical commentary
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Hard - The primary meaning of the original word is permanence (compare Deuteronomy 21:4; Micah 6:2). This may be applied as here to the hard dry rock, to running streams, or to stagnant pools. In either case, the idea is that of the barren dry soil, or the impassable marsh, in contrast with the fountain of life, carrying joy and refreshment with it. return to 'Top of Page'
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