Proverbs 4:19

19 The way of wicked people is like deep darkness. They do not know what makes them stumble.

Proverbs 4:19 Meaning and Commentary

Proverbs 4:19

The way of the wicked [is] as darkness
They are in the darkness of sin, ignorance, error, and unbelief; their works are works of darkness; the way in which they are leads to eternal darkness, ruin, and misery, and so must be most uncomfortable and dangerous; they know not at what they stumble;
they stumble at the word, which they are ignorant of, and at Christ, whom they have no knowledge of; and through the temptations of Satan and snares of the world, which they are not aware of, nor upon their guard against.

Proverbs 4:19 In-Context

17 They eat food obtained through wrongdoing and drink wine obtained through violence.

18 But the path of righteous people is like the light of dawn that becomes brighter and brighter until it reaches midday.

19 The way of wicked people is like deep darkness. They do not know what makes them stumble.

20 My son, pay attention to my words. Open your ears to what I say.

21 Do not lose sight of these things. Keep them deep within your heart