Seven men. — A round number. (Comp. Proverbs 26:25; Proverbs 6:31; Proverbs 24:16.)
That can render a reason — i.e., give a sensible judgment on any matter submitted to them.
Related Commentaries of Proverbs 26:16
Proverbs 26:16
16 The sluggard is wiser in his own conceit than seven men that can render a reason.