Proverbs 28:10

"He who turns away his ear from hearing the law, even his prayer is an abomination."

Key Reflection

This verse highlights that genuine devotion must be accompanied by obedience to God's commands; prayer devoid of action in accordance with God’s law is insincere and repulsive to Him. It underscores the importance of not just hearing but also heeding God's teachings, linking moral righteousness with true piety.

From the Scholars: Barnes' Notes

When the wicked succeed in tempting the righteous, Vice seems to win a triumph. But the triumph is suicidal. The tempter will suffer the punishment he deserves, and the blameless, if true to themselves, will be strengthened and ennobled by the temptation.

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