Proverbs 2:11 Made Simple

KJV ORIGINAL

Discretion shall preserve thee, understanding shall keep thee:

Close to the original. Clear modern English.

✦ MADE SIMPLE

Good judgment will protect you, and understanding will keep you safe.

⚡ THE BOTTOM LINE

The writer is saying that having wisdom and good sense will guard you from harm and poor choices.

📚 Historical Context

The Book of Proverbs is a collection of wise sayings primarily attributed to King Solomon, who ruled Israel around 950 BC and was known for his God-given wisdom. In this chapter, Solomon is speaking as a father advising his son on the pursuit of wisdom as a means to live rightly and avoid moral pitfalls in a world full of temptations. This verse emphasizes how personal qualities like discretion and understanding serve as protective guides in everyday decisions.

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