Proverbs 5:7

7 Now then, my sons, listen to me; do not turn aside from what I say.

Proverbs 5:7 in Other Translations

7 Hear me now therefore, O ye children, and depart not from the words of my mouth.

7 And now, O sons, listen to me, and do not depart from the words of my mouth.

7 So now, my sons, listen to me. Never stray from what I am about to say:

7 So, my friend, listen closely; don't treat my words casually.

7 Now therefore, [my] sons, hearken unto me, And depart not from the words of my mouth.

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

7 So now, [my] sons, listen to me, and don't turn away from the words of my mouth.

7 My sons, listen to me. Don't turn away from what I say.

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 go down to death; her steps lead straight to the grave.

6 She gives no thought to the way of life; her paths wander aimlessly, but she does not know it.

7 Now then, my sons, listen to me; do not turn aside from what I say.

8 Keep to a path far from her, do not go near the door of her house,

9 lest you lose your honor to others and your dignity to one who is cruel,

Cross References

• 1. Proverbs 1:8-9; Proverbs 7:24