Proverbs 6:15 Made Simple

KJV ORIGINAL

Therefore shall his calamity come suddenly; suddenly shall he be broken without remedy.

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✦ MADE SIMPLE

Therefore his disaster will come suddenly; in an instant he will be completely destroyed with no way to fix it.

⚡ THE BOTTOM LINE

This verse warns that those who persist in evil will face sudden, complete destruction that cannot be undone.

📚 Historical Context

This verse concludes a passage in Proverbs describing a worthless, wicked person who spreads discord and deception. In ancient Israel's wisdom tradition, such warnings served as moral instruction for young people, emphasizing that destructive behavior ultimately leads to one's own downfall. The imagery reflects the understanding that divine justice, while sometimes delayed, is inevitable and thorough.

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