KJV ORIGINAL
Thou art snared with the words of thy mouth, thou art taken with the words of thy mouth.
Close to the original. Clear modern English.
✦ MADE SIMPLE
You are trapped by the words you have spoken; you are caught by what came out of your own mouth.
⚡ THE BOTTOM LINE
This verse is warning that our own words can become traps that bind us and get us into trouble.
📚 Historical Context
This proverb was written during Solomon's reign when making verbal agreements and pledges was legally binding in ancient Israel. People would often make hasty promises or guarantees for others' debts without fully considering the consequences. The legal and social systems of the time meant that your word was your bond, and breaking it could lead to serious financial or social ruin.
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