He shutteth his eyes to devise froward things: moving his lips he bringeth evil to pass.
He closes his eyes to plan wicked things; when he moves his lips, he brings evil into reality.
This verse is warning about people who deliberately plot evil schemes and then speak them into action.
📚 Historical Context
The Book of Proverbs is a collection of wise sayings attributed to King Solomon, written during the time of ancient Israel around 970-931 BC, to teach moral guidance and practical wisdom for daily life. In this cultural context, the act of shutting one's eyes likely symbolizes secretive and deliberate plotting of evil, while moving the lips represents speaking or whispering to carry out mischief. This verse fits into the broader biblical theme of contrasting the paths of the righteous and the wicked, urging people to choose wisdom over folly.
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