If you can't run with the Big Dogs, then stay on the Porch

Dec 27, 2015

Iron sharpens iron

Proverbs 27:17

As iron sharpens iron,

So one man sharpens [and influences] another [through discussion].

Matthew Henry concise commentary

We are cautioned to take heed whom we converse with. And directed to have in view, in conversation, to make one another wiser and better.

Miyagi’s commentary

The reason why it is important to collaborate with other wise people is so that we can become wiser still.  One can learn nothing of value associating with a fool who is not interested in gaining wisdom.  Wise people are wise because they have spent a lifetime of gaining wisdom.  They make it a priority to get wisdom and understanding on all matters.  This is a discipline lifestyle.   Fools just live aimlessly, going where the masses go and doing only what pleases his flesh.  So to be associating with fools on a regular basis is not only unfruitful, but detrimental to one’s spirit.

Therefore, the saying goes:  
You will never fly with the eagles if you are busy running around with the turkeys.