These things also belong to the wise. It is not good to have respect of persons in judgment.
Here are more wise sayings: It is wrong to show favoritism when making decisions or judging others.
This verse teaches that true wisdom includes being fair and impartial when making judgments, rather than showing favoritism based on who someone is.
📚 Historical Context
The Book of Proverbs is a collection of wise sayings attributed to King Solomon, offering practical guidance for living a godly life in ancient Israel. In that era, judges and leaders were often tempted to show favoritism based on a person's wealth, status, or connections, which could undermine justice in legal and social matters. This verse emphasizes the importance of impartiality as a core principle of wisdom in a society where corruption in judgment was a common issue.
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