He, that being often reproved hardeneth his neck, shall suddenly be destroyed, and that without remedy.
A person who is corrected many times but stubbornly refuses to listen will suddenly face destruction that cannot be undone.
This verse warns that someone who repeatedly ignores correction and remains stubborn will eventually face sudden, irreversible consequences.
📚 Historical Context
In the book of Proverbs, attributed mainly to King Solomon, this verse is part of a collection of wise sayings designed to instruct people on living wisely and righteously in ancient Israelite society. The phrase "hardeneth his neck" draws from agricultural imagery common in the Near East, where a stubborn animal resists the yoke, symbolizing defiance against God's or authority's correction. This warning fits into the broader biblical theme of the consequences of ignoring wisdom and discipline.
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