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Barnes' Notes on Proverbs 13:23

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Notes on the Whole Bible
Albert Barnes (1798–1870) · 19th-century historical commentary
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The contrast is the ever recurring one between honest poverty and dishonest wealth. “The new-plowed field of the poor is much food, but there are those, who, though rich, perish through their disregard of right.” return to 'Top of Page' Footnotes: Copyright Statement These files are public domain. Bibliographical Information Barnes, Albert. "Commentary on Proverbs 13". "Barnes' Notes on the Whole Bible". https://www.studylight.org/commentaries/eng/bnb/proverbs-13.html. 1870. StudyLight.org © 2001-2026 Powered by Lightspeed Technology
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