Proverbs 22:29 - Joseph Benson’s Commentary on the Old and New Testaments

Bible Comments

Seest thou a man diligent in his business Hebrew, מהיר, expeditious, as the word properly signifies; one of quick despatch, vigorous and speedy in executing what hath been well and wisely contrived. He shall not stand before mean men He is fit to be employed in the affairs of the greatest princes.

Proverbs 22:29

29 Seest thou a man diligent in his business? he shall stand before kings; he shall not stand before meanh men.