Proverbs 22:5

Thorns and snares are in the way of the froward: he that doth keep his soul shall be far from them.

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Other Translations for Proverbs 22:5

BSB
Thorns and snares lie on the path of the perverse; he who guards his soul stays far from them.
AKJV
Thorns and snares are in the way of the fraudulent: he that does keep his soul shall be far from them.
CPDV
Weapons and swords are on the way of the perverse. But he who guards his own soul withdraws far from them.
ERV
Thorns and snares are in the way of the froward: he that keepeth his soul shall be far from them.
NHEB
Thorns and snares are in the path of the wicked: whoever guards his soul stays from them.
SMT
Thorns, snares, in the way of the perverse one: he watching his soul shall be far from them.

Commentary for Proverbs 22:5

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Barnes’ Notes Classic commentary from Albert Barnes Matthew Henry Commentary Classic commentary from Matthew Henry
Overview of Proverbs 22:5
Summary
Moral path avoids danger while avoiding trouble protects soul
Event
Warning of dangers and need for vigilance
Estimated Time Period
c. 950 BC
Category
Wisdom