Proverbs 2:20 Made Simple

KJV ORIGINAL

That thou mayest walk in the way of good men, and keep the paths of the righteous.

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✦ MADE SIMPLE

So that you can walk in the way of good people, and stay on the paths of those who do what is right.

⚡ THE BOTTOM LINE

This verse is encouraging us to follow the example of good and righteous people in how we live our lives.

📚 Historical Context

This comes from King Solomon's wisdom teachings to his son, where he's explaining the benefits of seeking wisdom and understanding. In ancient Israel, 'walking in someone's way' was a common metaphor for following their lifestyle and moral choices. The concept of 'paths' referred to the daily decisions and habits that shape a person's character over time.

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