Proverbs 5:22

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فَيُقْبِضُ عَلَى الشِّرِّيرِ بِسَبَبِ شَرِّهِ، وَبِحِبَالِ خَطِيَّتِهِ سَيُمسِكُ بِهِ.

What Does This Mean?

This verse says that the wicked will be trapped by their own sins. It means that the bad things a person does will eventually catch up with them. The speaker is advising people to avoid sin.

Explained for Children

Imagine you have a big ball of yarn. Every time you do something wrong, you add another string to the ball. Eventually, the ball gets so big that you get tangled up in it. That's what this verse means. The more wrong things you do, the more you get caught up in them.

Historical Background

This verse comes from the Book of Proverbs, traditionally attributed to King Solomon, who wrote around 950 BC. Proverbs were written to teach wisdom and moral lessons to the Israelites, emphasizing the consequences of one's actions.

Living It Out Today

Consider a modern scenario where someone repeatedly lies to avoid trouble. Over time, these lies create a complex web that they cannot escape from. This verse reminds us that our actions have consequences and that we should strive to live with integrity.

Topics

• sin
• consequences
• wisdom
• advice
• morality
• self-destruction

Related Verses

• Romans 2:5
• Hosea 13:12
• Jeremiah 2:19
• Psalms 9:16
• Ezekiel 18:4

Frequently Asked Questions

What does 'cords of his sins' mean?

'Cords of his sins' means that the consequences of one's wrong actions will eventually bind and restrict them, like a rope that holds someone back.

How can one avoid being caught by their own iniquities?

To avoid being caught by one's own iniquities, it's important to live a life of honesty and integrity, making choices that align with moral and ethical standards.

Can this verse be applied to corporate or institutional sins?

Yes, the principle that one’s wrongdoings will eventually lead to consequences can be applied to corporate or institutional actions, as they too face repercussions for unethical behavior.

How does this verse relate to forgiveness?

While this verse emphasizes the consequences of sin, the broader message of the Bible includes the availability of forgiveness through repentance, offering a path out of the consequences of sin.