KJV ORIGINAL
So he that goeth in to his neighbour’s wife; whosoever toucheth her shall not be innocent.
Close to the original. Clear modern English.
✦ MADE SIMPLE
So it is with a man who sleeps with his neighbor's wife; anyone who touches her will not go unpunished.
⚡ THE BOTTOM LINE
This verse is warning that adultery - having an affair with someone else's spouse - always brings serious consequences that cannot be avoided.
📚 Historical Context
This proverb was written during a time when marriage was considered a sacred covenant, not just between individuals but before God and the community. In ancient Israel, adultery was seen as a serious violation that damaged families and communities, with legal consequences that could include death. The wisdom literature of Proverbs often used stark warnings to help young men understand the gravity of moral choices.
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