Proverbs 5:8
“Remove thy way far from her, and come not nigh the door of her house:”
Proverbs 5:8 in 7 translations
- KJVKing James Version
- Remove thy way far from her, and come not nigh the door of her house:
- DRADouay–Rheims
- Remove thy way far from her, and come not nigh the doors of her house.
- ASVAmerican Standard Version
- Remove thy way far from her, And come not nigh the door of her house;
- DARBYDarby
- Remove thy way far from her, and come not nigh the door of her house:
- WEBThe World English Bible
- Remove your way far from her. Don't come near the door of her house,
- YLTYoung's Literal Translation
- Keep far from off her thy way, And come not near unto the opening of her house,
- BPVBiblePics Version
- Remove thy way far from her, and come not nigh the door of her house:
Context: Proverbs 5
6Lest thou shouldest ponder the path of life, her ways are moveable, that thou canst not know them.
7Hear me now therefore, O ye children, and depart not from the words of my mouth.
8Remove thy way far from her, and come not nigh the door of her house:
9Lest thou give thine honour unto others, and thy years unto the cruel:
10Lest strangers be filled with thy wealth; and thy labours be in the house of a stranger;
About Proverbs 5: Warning Against Adultery
Solomon warns against the pitfalls of adultery, urging readers to cherish marital fidelity
Commentary
The message of this chapter is relevant today as it was when it was written. Adultery continues to be a destructive force that can ruin marriages, families and lives. Solomon, the author of Proverbs, warns us to be on guard against the temptation to cheat on our spouses and to be faithful in marriage. He encourages us to seek our joy and fulfillment in committed, loving relationships and to avoid the temporary pleasure of immoral acts. This chapter teaches us the importance of self-control, wisdom, and respect for the sanctity of marriage.