Proverbs 17:3

"A servant who deals wisely will rule over a son who causes shame, and shall have a part in the inheritance among the brothers."

Key Reflection

This proverb highlights the wisdom and virtue of a faithful servant who, through wise conduct, rises to leadership within a family or community, even over those who bring dishonor. Such a servant earns a rightful place among his peers in terms of privilege and inheritance, illustrating that true worth is measured by one's character and actions rather than birthright alone.

From the Scholars: Barnes' Notes

Wonderful as is the separation of the pure metal from the dross with which it has mingled, there is something yet more wonderful in the divine discipline which purifies the good that lies hid, like a grain of gold, even in rough and common natures, and frees it from all admixture of evil. CompareMal 3:2;1 Peter 1:7.

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