Proverbs 6:27

Can a man take fire in his bosom, and his clothes not be burned?

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Other Translations for Proverbs 6:27

BSB
Can a man embrace fire and his clothes not be burned?
AKJV
Can a man take fire in his bosom, and his clothes not be burned?
CPDV
Would a man be able to conceal fire in his bosom, so that his garments would not burn?
ERV
Can a man take fire in his bosom, and his clothes not be burned?
NHEB
Can a man scoop fire into his lap, and his clothes not be burned?
SMT
A man taking fire in his bosom, shall his garments not be burnt?

Commentary for Proverbs 6:27

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Barnes’ Notes Classic commentary from Albert Barnes Matthew Henry Commentary Classic commentary from Matthew Henry
Overview of Proverbs 6:27
Summary
Sin inevitably produces harmful consequences
Event
Rhetorical question about cause and effect
Estimated Time Period
c. 950 BC
Category
Wisdom