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Barnes' Notes on Proverbs 5:9

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Albert Barnes (1798–1870) · 19th-century historical commentary
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Thine honor - i. e., “The grace and freshness of thy youth” (compare Hosea 14:6; Daniel 10:8). The thought of this is to guard the young man against the sins that stain and mar it. The slave of lust sacrifices “years” that might have been peaceful and happy to one who is merciless. return to 'Top of Page'
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