| Geneva Study Bible A {a} wise man's heart is at his right hand; but a fool's heart is at his left. (a) So that he does all things well and justly, where as the fool does the contrary. Wesley's Notes 10:2 Heart - His understanding is always present with him and ready to direct him. He mentions the right hand, because that is the common instrument of action. A fool's - His understanding is not effectual to govern his affections and actions. Jamieson-Fausset-Brown Bible Commentary 2. (Ec 2:14). right-The right hand is more expert than the left. The godly wise is more on his guard than the foolish sinner, though at times he slip. Better a diamond with a flaw, than a pebble without one. Matthew Henry's Concise Commentary 10:1-3 Those especially who make a profession of religion, should keep from all appearances of evil. A wise man has great advantage over a fool, who is always at a loss when he has anything to do. Sin is the reproach of sinners, wherever they go, and shows their folly. | 
