King James Version

What Does Proverbs 6:26 Mean?

“For by means of a whorish woman a man is brought to a piece of bread: and the adulteress will hunt for the precious life. the adulteress: Heb. the woman of a man, or, a man's wife”

Context

To keep thee from the evil woman, from the flattery of the tongue of a strange woman. of the: or, of the strange tongue

Lust not after her beauty in thine heart; neither let her take thee with her eyelids.

For by means of a whorish woman a man is brought to a piece of bread: and the adulteress will hunt for the precious life. the adulteress: Heb. the woman of a man, or, a man's wife

Can a man take fire in his bosom, and his clothes not be burned?

Can one go upon hot coals, and his feet not be burned?

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Commentary

Jamieson-Fausset-Brown Bible Commentary

49-51. Resting on the promises consoles under affliction and the tauntings of the insolent. **upon which--**rather, "Remember Thy word unto Thy servant, because," &c. So the Hebrew requires [Hengstenberg].

Robert Jamieson, A.R. Fausset, David Brown. Public Domain.

Historical Context

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.

Theological Significance

Proverbs 6:26 contributes to our understanding of God's character and His relationship with humanity. Consider how this verse connects to the broader themes of Scripture.