Proverbs 5:8 Made Simple

KJV ORIGINAL

Remove thy way far from her, and come not nigh the door of her house:

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✦ MADE SIMPLE

Keep your path far away from her, and don't go near the entrance of her house.

⚡ THE BOTTOM LINE

The writer is warning to completely avoid getting close to someone who would lead you into temptation and moral danger.

📚 Historical Context

This verse is part of a longer passage in Proverbs 5 where a father is giving his son wisdom about avoiding adultery and sexual immorality. In ancient Israel, such teachings were crucial for maintaining family honor, community stability, and covenant faithfulness to God. The imagery of staying away from 'her house' reflects the concrete, practical advice that wisdom literature often provided.

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