Proverbs 22:5

5 In the paths of the wicked are snares and pitfalls, but those who would preserve their life stay far from them.

Proverbs 22:5 in Other Translations

KJV
5 Thorns and snares are in the way of the froward: he that doth keep his soul shall be far from them.
ESV
5 Thorns and snares are in the way of the crooked; whoever guards his soul will keep far from them.
NLT
5 Corrupt people walk a thorny, treacherous road; whoever values life will avoid it.
MSG
5 The perverse travel a dangerous road, potholed and mud-slick; if you know what's good for you, stay clear of it.
CSB
5 There are thorns and snares on the path of the crooked; the one who guards himself stays far from them.

Proverbs 22:5 In-Context

3 The prudent see danger and take refuge, but the simple keep going and pay the penalty.
4 Humility is the fear of the LORD; its wages are riches and honor and life.
5 In the paths of the wicked are snares and pitfalls, but those who would preserve their life stay far from them.
6 Start children off on the way they should go, and even when they are old they will not turn from it.
7 The rich rule over the poor, and the borrower is slave to the lender.

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