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Proverbs 29:5 Cross-References
Explore 15 cross-references for Proverbs 29:5 from the Treasury of Scripture Knowledge, connecting Proverbs chapter 29 verse 5 to related passages throughout the Bible.
“A man that flattereth his neighbour spreadeth a net for his feet.”
Proverbs 29:5 (KJV)
Commentary on Proverbs 29:5
One who flatters his neighbor 'spreadeth a net for his feet.' The Hebrew 'chalaq' (flatter/make smooth) is deceptive speech. Flattery appears kind but is actually a trap ('reshet'—net). Flatterers manipulate through false praise to gain advantage or lead victims into foolish decisions. Reformed theology condemns flattery as form of lying. Genuine friends speak truth, even when difficult (27:6). Flatterers prioritize selfish gain over neighbor's welfare. This verse warns us both to avoid flattering others and to recognize when we're being flattered.
Source: KJV Study Commentary
Cross-References for Proverbs 29:5
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“For there is no faithfulness in their mouth; their inward part is very wickedness; their throat is an open sepulchre; they flatter with their tongue.”
“and with a double heart.”
“Even the eyes of his children shall fail.”
“from the foreigner who flatters with her words.”
“A lying tongue hateth those that are afflicted by it; and a flattering mouth worketh ruin.”
“Please let the word of my lord the king be comfortable; for as an angel of God”
“she led him astray. With the flattering of her lips”
“as you know”
“and sent out spies”