KJV ORIGINAL
My son, if sinners entice thee, consent thou not.
Close to the original. Clear modern English.
✦ MADE SIMPLE
My child, if people who do wrong try to persuade you to join them, don't give in.
⚡ THE BOTTOM LINE
The writer is warning us not to be swayed when people try to tempt us into doing things we know are wrong.
📚 Historical Context
This verse comes from the opening section of Proverbs, where a father (likely King Solomon) is giving wisdom to his son about navigating life's challenges. In ancient Israel, young men faced pressure from groups who might lead them into theft, violence, or other destructive behaviors. The book of Proverbs was written to help people make wise choices in a world full of moral temptations.
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