And I find more bitter than death the woman, whose heart is snares and nets, and her hands as bands: whoso pleaseth God shall escape from her; but the sinner shall be taken by her.
And I have discovered something more painful than death itself: a woman whose heart is full of traps and schemes, and whose hands bind people like chains. Those who please God will escape from her, but sinners will be caught by her.
The writer is warning about people (symbolized by a deceptive woman) who use manipulation and deceit to trap others, noting that those who follow God can avoid such snares.
📚 Historical Context
Solomon is reflecting on his life experiences and observations about human nature. In ancient Hebrew culture, adultery and unfaithfulness were often used as metaphors for spiritual unfaithfulness to God. This verse likely draws from Solomon's own painful experiences with relationships that led him away from wisdom and righteousness.
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