KJV ORIGINAL
She also lieth in wait as for a prey, and increaseth the transgressors among men.
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✦ MADE SIMPLE
She lies in wait like a hunter waiting for prey, and she causes more men to become unfaithful and break their promises.
⚡ THE BOTTOM LINE
This verse warns that an immoral woman actively seeks to trap men and leads many into unfaithfulness.
📚 Historical Context
This verse is part of a longer warning in Proverbs about adultery and sexual immorality. In ancient Israel, adultery was not only a personal sin but also threatened the stability of families and communities, which were the foundation of society. The imagery of hunting prey reflects how deliberate and predatory such behavior was viewed.
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