| Geneva Study Bible He that handleth a matter wisely shall find good: and whoso trusteth in the LORD, happy is he. Wesley's Notes 16:20 Good - He who orders his affairs with discretion. King James Translators' Notes handleth...: or, understandeth a matter Scofield Reference Notes Margin trusteth See Scofield Note: "Ps 2:12". Jamieson-Fausset-Brown Bible Commentary 20. handleth a matter-wisely considers "the word," that is, of God (compare Pr 13:13). trusteth-(Compare Ps 2:12; 118:8, 9). Matthew Henry's Concise Commentary 16:12. The ruler that uses his power aright, will find that to be his best security. 13. Put those in power who know how to speak to the purpose. 14,15. Those are fools, who, to obtain the favour of an earthly prince, throw themselves out of God's favour. 16. There is joy and satisfaction of spirit, only in getting wisdom. 17. A sincerely religious man keeps at a distance from every appearance of evil. Happy is the man that walks in Christ, and is led by the Spirit of Christ. 18. When men defy God's judgments, and think themselves far from them, it is a sign they are at the door. Let us not fear the pride of others, but fear pride in ourselves. 19. Humility, though it exposes to contempt in the world, is much better than high-spiritedness, which makes God an enemy. He that understands God's word shall find good. 21. The man whose wisdom dwells in his heart, will be found more truly prudent than many who possess shining talents. 22. As waters to a thirsty land, so is a wise man to his friends and neighbours. 23. The wise man's self-knowledge, always suggests something proper to be spoken to others. 24. The word of God cures the diseases that weaken our souls. 25. This is caution to all, to take heed of deceiving themselves as to their souls. 26. We must labour for the meat which endureth to everlasting life, or we must perish. | 
