Proverbs 5:22

The evil deeds of the wicked ensnare him. The cords of his sin hold him firmly.

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WEBBE

The evil deeds of the wicked ensnare him. The cords of his sin hold him firmly.

BSB

The iniquities of a wicked man entrap him; the cords of his sin entangle him.

KJV

His own iniquities shall take the wicked himself, and he shall be holden with the cords of his sins.

ASV

His own iniquities shall take the wicked, And he shall be holden with the cords of his sin.

BBE

The evil-doer will be taken in the net of his crimes, and prisoned in the cords of his sin.

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Commentary

Matthew Henry · Verses 15–23

Lawful marriage is a means God has appointed to keep from these destructive vices. But we are not properly united, except as we attend to God's word, seeking his direction and blessing, and acting with affection. Ever remember, that though secret sins may escape the eyes of our fellow-creatures, yet a man's ways are before the eyes of the Lord, who not only sees, but ponders all his goings. Those who are so foolish as to choose the way of sin, are justly left of God to themselves, to go on in the way to destruction.

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