For jealousy is the rage of a man: therefore he will not spare in the day of vengeance.
Jealousy fills a man with fury, so when he seeks revenge, he will show no mercy.
The writer is warning that jealousy drives people to fierce anger and makes them ruthless when they take revenge.
📚 Historical Context
Proverbs 6:34 is part of a larger passage in the Book of Proverbs, a collection of wise sayings attributed to King Solomon, intended to guide people in moral living within ancient Israelite society. This verse specifically warns about the dangers of adultery, emphasizing how a husband's jealousy could erupt into uncontrollable anger and lead to acts of vengeance. In that cultural context, family honor and marital fidelity were highly valued, often resulting in severe personal and social consequences for any breach.
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