Proverbs 28:16
The prince
that wanteth understanding is also a great oppressor: but he that hateth covetousness
shall prolong his days.
The word
‘wanteth’ here is an Old English word which means ‘lacks’. When someone is in authority and they don’t
have nor want understanding they will tend to be very oppressive and difficult
to serve under. It would be wise for us
to pray for those over us that they would have understanding. We are also told here that if a prince or
person hates covetousness they will prolong their days. This is a contrasting verse. The first part tells us that about a prince
lacking understanding and the second explains that hating covetousness will
cause our days of authority to last longer.
This could infer that if we are covetous we lack understanding. Do we not understand that God has given us
just what we need and might I add – even more than that? If we look to other things, other husbands,
other gifts, we are guilty of idolatry concluding our peace will come from
these things. Oh Lord, help us be
content with what we have and quick to thank you for all you have already given
us. This will protect us from anxiety
and restlessness that will most likely impact our health and disposition.
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