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.
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From the Scholars: Barnes' Notes