King James Version
Proverbs 5:4 in the King James Version says “But her end is bitter as wormwood, sharp as a twoedged sword.” — study this verse from Proverbs chapter 5 with commentary, cross-references, and original Hebrew word analysis.
“But her end is bitter as wormwood, sharp as a twoedged sword.”
Proverbs 5:4 · KJV
That thou mayest regard discretion, and that thy lips may keep knowledge.
For the lips of a strange woman drop as an honeycomb, and her mouth is smoother than oil: mouth: Heb. palate
But her end is bitter as wormwood, sharp as a twoedged sword.
Her feet go down to death; her steps take hold on hell.
Lest thou shouldest ponder the path of life, her ways are moveable, that thou canst not know them.
KJV Study — Public Domain
“is bitter”
H4751bitter (literally or figuratively); also (as noun) bitterness, or (adverbially) bitterly
“sword”
H2719drought; also a cutting instrument (from its destructive effect), as a knife, sword, or other sharp implement
“as a twoedged”
H6310the mouth (as the means of blowing), whether literal or figurative (particularly speech); specifically edge, portion or side; adverbially (with prepos
This verse is found in the book of Proverbs. Understanding the historical and cultural background helps illuminate its meaning for the original audience and for us today.
Proverbs 5:4 contributes to our understanding of God's character and His relationship with humanity. Consider how this verse connects to the broader themes of Scripture.
Verses related to Proverbs 5:4 from Treasury of Scripture Knowledge