Proverbs 28:9 - Clarke's commentary and critical notes on the Bible

Bible Comments

He that turneth away his ear from hearing the law, even his prayer shall be abomination. He that turneth away his ear from hearing the law - Many suppose, if they do not know their duty, they shall not be accountable for their transgressions; and therefore avoid every thing that is calculated to enlighten them. They will not read the Bible, lest they should know the will of Good; and they will not attend Divine ordinances for the same reason. But this pretense will avail them nothing; as he that might have known his master's will, but would not, shall be treated as he shall be who did know it, and disobeyed it. Even the prayers of such a person as this are reputed sin before God.

Proverbs 28:9

9 He that turneth away his ear from hearing the law, even his prayer shall be abomination.