Proverbs 5:7

7 But now, sons, listen to me, and do not turn away from what I say to you.

Proverbs 5:7 Meaning and Commentary

Proverbs 5:7

Hear me now therefore, O ye children
Since such is the character, this the wretched end, and these the ways of the adulterous woman; those that are young in years, and liable to be ensnared by her, should hear what Solomon, or Christ, here says, for their caution and instruction; and especially such who are, or profess themselves to be, the children of God and of Christ; and therefore, as dear children, should be followers of them, and not of an harlot; and depart not from the words of my mouth;
the warnings, directions, and exhortations given to avoid the whorish woman; the doctrines of Christ, the truths of the Gospel: these should not be forsaken, but abode by; and also his precepts and ordinances, which should be closely attended unto.

Proverbs 5:7 In-Context

5 Her feet descend to death. Her steps lead straight to hell.

6 She doesn't even think about the path of life. Her steps wander, and she doesn't realize it.

7 But now, sons, listen to me, and do not turn away from what I say to you.

8 Stay far away from her. Do not even go near her door.

9 Either you will surrender your reputation to others and [the rest of] your years to some cruel person,