KJV ORIGINAL
Lust not after her beauty in thine heart; neither let her take thee with her eyelids.
Close to the original. Clear modern English.
✦ MADE SIMPLE
Don't let yourself desire her beauty in your heart, and don't let her captivate you with her flirtatious looks.
⚡ THE BOTTOM LINE
The writer is warning against being led astray by physical attraction and seductive behavior that can lead to poor decisions.
📚 Historical Context
This verse is part of a longer passage in Proverbs where a father is instructing his son about the dangers of adultery and being seduced by an immoral woman. In ancient Israel, family honor and marital faithfulness were foundational to society, and the consequences of adultery were severe. The wisdom literature often used vivid imagery to warn young men about temptations that could destroy their lives and families.
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