Proverbs 23:28

She also lieth in wait as for a prey, and increaseth the transgressors among men.

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Other Translations for Proverbs 23:28

BSB
Like a robber she lies in wait and multiplies the faithless among men.
AKJV
She also lies in wait as for a prey, and increases the transgressors among men.
CPDV
She lies in wait along the way like a robber. And the incautious one whom she sees, she will put to death.
ERV
Yea, she lieth in wait as a robber, and increaseth the treacherous among men.
NHEB
Yes, she lies in wait like a robber, and increases the unfaithful among men.
SMT
She also will lie in wait as for prey, and she will add those transgressing among men.

Word Study (Strong’s) for Proverbs 23:28

ShealsoliethinwaitH693VerbasforapreyH2863Noun MasculineandincreasethH3254VerbthetransgressorsH898VerbamongmenH120Noun Masculine

Commentary for Proverbs 23:28

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Barnes’ Notes Classic commentary from Albert Barnes Matthew Henry Commentary Classic commentary from Matthew Henry
Overview of Proverbs 23:28
Summary
Seduction multiplies transgression among people
Event
Describing seducer's influence
Estimated Time Period
c. 950 BC
Category
Wisdom