Proverbs 16:29

29 A man who wants to hurt others tries to get them to sin. He leads them down a path that isn't good.

Proverbs 16:29 Meaning and Commentary

Proverbs 16:29

A violent man enticeth his neighbour
As false teachers do, who are grievous wolves, not sparing the flock, and who by good words and fair speeches deceive the heart of the simple; and as the man of sin, that has shed the blood of the saints, and been drunk with the same, deceives with his miracles and sorceries them that dwell on the earth; and leadeth him into the way [that is] not good;
yea, into one that is very bad; so far are false teachers from leading their neighbours into the good old way of truth and righteousness, that they lead them into pernicious ways, by whom the way; of truth is spoken evil of; they lead them into a ditch, and into destruction hereafter; as does the man of sin and violence his followers.

Proverbs 16:29 In-Context

27 A worthless man plans to do evil things. His words are like a burning fire.
28 A twisted person stirs up fights. Anyone who talks about others comes between close friends.
29 A man who wants to hurt others tries to get them to sin. He leads them down a path that isn't good.
30 When he winks with his eyes, he is planning to do wrong. When his lips are tightly closed, he is up to no good.
31 Gray hair is a glorious crown. You get it by living the right way.
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