Proverbs 16:25

25 ¹There is a way which seems right to a man, But its end is the way of death.

Proverbs 16:25 Meaning and Commentary

Proverbs 16:25

There is a way that seemeth right unto a man, but the end
thereof [are] the ways of death.
] The same is said in ( Proverbs 14:12 ) , and is here repeated because of the excellence, importance, and usefulness of the observation, and to excite an attention to it; that men may be more diligent to look into their ways, and be more cautious where and how they walk, and be more considerate and thoughtful of the issue of them. (See Gill on Proverbs 14:12).

Proverbs 16:25 In-Context

23 The heart of the wise instructs his mouth And adds persuasiveness to his lips.

24 Pleasant words are a honeycomb , Sweet to the soul and healing to the bones.

25 There is a way which seems right to a man, But its end is the way of death.

26 A worker's appetite works for him, For his hunger urges him on.

27 A worthless man digs up evil, While his words are like scorching fire.

Cross References

• 1. Proverbs 12:15; Proverbs 14:12