Proverbs 13:25 - Clarke's commentary and critical notes on the Bible

Bible Comments

The righteous eateth to the satisfying of his soul: but the belly of the wicked shall want. To the satisfying of his soul - His desires are all moderate; he is contented with his circumstances, and is pleased with the lot which God is pleased to send. The wicked, though he use all shifts and expedients to acquire earthly good, not sticking even at rapine and wrong, is frequently in real want, and always dissatisfied with his portion. A contented mind is a continual feast. At such feasts he eats not.

Commentary on the Bible, by Adam Clarke [1831].

Proverbs 13:25

25 The righteous eateth to the satisfying of his soul: but the belly of the wicked shall want.