King James Version
What Does Proverbs 30:20 Mean?
“Such is the way of an adulterous woman; she eateth, and wipeth her mouth, and saith, I have done no wickedness.”
Context
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There be three things which are too wonderful for me, yea, four which I know not:
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The way of an eagle in the air; the way of a serpent upon a rock; the way of a ship in the midst of the sea; and the way of a man with a maid. midst: Heb. heart
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Such is the way of an adulterous woman; she eateth, and wipeth her mouth, and saith, I have done no wickedness.
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For three things the earth is disquieted, and for four which it cannot bear:
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For a servant when he reigneth; and a fool when he is filled with meat;
Commentary
Ellicott’s Commentary for English Readers(20) **Such is the way of an adulterous woman.—**As there is no proof of her guilt, she flatly denies it.
Charles John Ellicott (1819–1905). Public Domain.
Historical Context
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Theological Significance
Proverbs 30:20 contributes to our understanding of God's character and His relationship with humanity. Consider how this verse connects to the broader themes of Scripture.
Cross-References
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