Proverbs 29:18

Where there is no revelation, the people cast off restraint; but one who keeps the law is blessed.

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WEBBE

Where there is no revelation, the people cast off restraint; but one who keeps the law is blessed.

BSB

Where there is no vision, the people cast off restraint; but blessed is he who keeps the Law.

KJV

Where there is no vision, the people perish: but he that keepeth the law, happy is he.

ASV

Where there is no vision, the people cast off restraint; But he that keepeth the law, happy is he.

BBE

Where there is no vision, the people are uncontrolled; but he who keeps the law will be happy.

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Commentary

Matthew Henry · Verse 18

How bare does a place look without Bibles and ministers! and what an easy prey is it to the enemy of souls! That gospel is an open vision, which holds forth Christ, which humbles the sinner and exalts the Saviour, which promotes holiness in the life and conversation: and these are precious truths to keep the soul alive, and prevent it from perishing.

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