Proverbs 12:16 - Bullinger's Companion Bible Notes

Bible Comments

is. letteth itself be.

presently. immediately, at once, the same day. Illustrations: Jehoram (2 Kings 6:31); Jezebel (1 Kings 19:1; 1 Kings 19:2); Nebuchadnezzar (Daniel 3:19); synagogue at Nazareth (Luke 4:28). covereth. concealeth.

shame. public ignominy. Figure of speech Metonymy (of Effect), App-6, put for the affront which causes it. Illustrations: Gideon (Judges 8:2; Judges 8:3. Compare Proverbs 8:1); Hezekiah (Isaiah 36:21. Compare Proverbs 26:4); David (1 Samuel 17:29; 1 Samuel 17:30. Compare Proverbs 12:28); Saul (1 Samuel 10:27. Compare Pro 20:30-33).

Proverbs 12:16

16 A fool's wrath is presentlyc known: but a prudent man covereth shame.