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Barnes' Notes on Proverbs 16:14

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Albert Barnes (1798–1870) · 19th-century historical commentary
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While Proverbs 16:13 depicts the king as he ought to be, this verse reminds us of the terrible rapidity with which, in the despotic monarchies of the East, punishment, even death, follows royal displeasure. return to 'Top of Page'
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