14 “It’s no good, it’s no good!” says the buyer—
then goes off and boasts about the purchase.
Proverbs Club Commentary
Bartering encourages lies and harms relationships.
A price should be set then enforced.
An offer should speak for itself.
But then again, I could be wrong.
15 Laziness brings on deep sleep,
and the shiftless go hungry.
Proverbs Club Commentary
The lazy never awaken and suffer want.
16 A gift opens the way and ushers the giver
into the presence of the great.
Proverbs Club Commentary
A significant contribution opens influential doors.
14 Starting a quarrel is like breaching a dam;
so drop the matter before a dispute breaks out.
Proverbs Club Commentary
Starting a quarrel is like breaching a dam;
so drop the matter while you peacefully can.
You don’t lose your temper.
You loose your temper.
Exercise restraint instead.
15 When a king’s face brightens, it means life;
his favor is like a rain cloud in spring.
Proverbs Club Commentary
The support of the leader empowers the group.
