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Proverbs 7:13

Made Simple — Modern English Translation

Translated by Verse Made Simple Editorial
KJV ORIGINAL
So she caught him, and kissed him, and with an impudent face said unto him,
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✦ MADE SIMPLE

So she grabbed him and kissed him, and with a bold, shameless expression on her face said to him,

⚡ THE BOTTOM LINE

This verse describes a seductive woman who boldly and shamelessly approaches a young man to tempt him.

📚 Historical Context

In the book of Proverbs, written by King Solomon as guidance for his son, this verse is part of a larger narrative warning about the dangers of a seductive woman who represents moral temptation and folly. It reflects the cultural context of ancient Israel, where wisdom literature was used to teach young people how to navigate life's pitfalls and live right before God. The story illustrates the woman's bold and shameless behavior as a vivid example of how sin actively draws people away from wisdom.

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