Proverbs 22:25
Proverbs 22:25 in Multiple Translations
or you may learn his ways and entangle yourself in a snare.
Lest thou learn his ways, and get a snare to thy soul.
Lest thou learn his ways, And get a snare to thy soul.
For fear of learning his ways and making a net ready for your soul.
in case you learn to be like them and make a mess of your life.
Least thou learne his wayes, and receiue destruction to thy soule.
Lest thou learn his paths, And have received a snare to thy soul.
lest you learn his ways and ensnare your soul.
Lest thou learn his ways, and get a snare to thy soul.
Lest perhaps thou learn his ways, and take scandal to thy soul.
because you might start to act like they do and not be able to stop doing that.
Berean Amplified Bible — Proverbs 22:25
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Proverbs 22:25 Interlinear (Deep Study)
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פֶּן
תֶּאֱלַ֥ף
ארחת/ו
אֹֽרְחֹתָ֑י/ו
וְ/לָקַחְתָּ֖
מוֹקֵ֣שׁ
לְ/נַפְשֶֽׁ/ךָ
פֶּן
pên
H6435
lest
Conj
תֶּאֱלַ֥ף
ʼâlaph
H502
to teach/learn
V-Qal-Imperf-2ms
ארחת/ו
ʼôrach
H734
way
N-cs | Suff
אֹֽרְחֹתָ֑י/ו
ʼôrach
H734
way
N-cp | Suff
וְ/לָקַחְתָּ֖
lâqach
H3947
to take
Conj | V-Qal-2ms
מוֹקֵ֣שׁ
môwqêsh
H4170
snare
N-ms
לְ/נַפְשֶֽׁ/ךָ
nephesh
H5315
soul
Prep | N-cs | Suff
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Hebrew Word Reference — Proverbs 22:25
פֶּן
pên
H6435
"lest"
Conj
This word is used to express caution or warning, similar to saying 'lest' or 'beware that'. It is often used in the Bible to advise against certain actions or to warn of potential consequences.
Definition: conj 1) lest, not, beware lest adv 2) lest
Usage: Occurs in 125 OT verses. KJV: (lest) (peradventure), that...not. See also: Genesis 3:3; Judges 14:15; Psalms 2:12.
תֶּאֱלַ֥ף
ʼâlaph
H502
"to teach/learn"
V-Qal-Imperf-2ms
This Hebrew word means to teach or learn, and is used in various forms throughout the Bible to describe the process of gaining knowledge or sharing it with others. It can be translated as learn, teach, or utter. It is a key concept in biblical education.
Definition: 1) to learn 1a) (Qal) to learn 1b) (Piel) to teach
Usage: Occurs in 4 OT verses. KJV: learn, teach, utter. See also: Job 15:5; Job 35:11; Proverbs 22:25.
ארחת/ו
ʼôrach
H734
"way"
N-cs | Suff
A way or path, describing a road or journey, whether physical or metaphorical. This term is used to talk about travel, direction, and life's journey, often in wisdom literature and prophetic writings. It is found in books like Proverbs and Isaiah.
Definition: 1) way, path 1a) path, road 1b) the path, way, passing of life (fig.) 1c) way of living (fig.) 1d) traveller, wayfarer (meton) Aramaic equivalent: o.rach (אֹ֫רַח "way" H0735)
Usage: Occurs in 58 OT verses. KJV: manner, path, race, rank, traveller, troop, (by-, high-) way. See also: Genesis 18:11; Proverbs 1:19; Psalms 8:9.
אֹֽרְחֹתָ֑י/ו
ʼôrach
H734
"way"
N-cp | Suff
A way or path, describing a road or journey, whether physical or metaphorical. This term is used to talk about travel, direction, and life's journey, often in wisdom literature and prophetic writings. It is found in books like Proverbs and Isaiah.
Definition: 1) way, path 1a) path, road 1b) the path, way, passing of life (fig.) 1c) way of living (fig.) 1d) traveller, wayfarer (meton) Aramaic equivalent: o.rach (אֹ֫רַח "way" H0735)
Usage: Occurs in 58 OT verses. KJV: manner, path, race, rank, traveller, troop, (by-, high-) way. See also: Genesis 18:11; Proverbs 1:19; Psalms 8:9.
וְ/לָקַחְתָּ֖
lâqach
H3947
"to take"
Conj | V-Qal-2ms
This Hebrew word means to take or get something, and it is used in many different ways in the Bible. It can mean to take a wife, to take possession of something, or to receive a gift. For example, in Genesis 2:22, God takes a rib from Adam to create Eve.
Definition: : take 1) to take, get, fetch, lay hold of, seize, receive, acquire, buy, bring, marry, take a wife, snatch, take away 1a) (Qal) 1a1) to take, take in the hand 1a2) to take and carry along 1a3) to take from, take out of, take, carry away, take away 1a4) to take to or for a person, procure, get, take possession of, select, choose, take in marriage, receive, accept 1a5) to take up or upon, put upon 1a6) to fetch 1a7) to take, lead, conduct 1a8) to take, capture, seize 1a9) to take, carry off 1a10) to take (vengeance) 1b) (Niphal) 1b1) to be captured 1b2) to be taken away, be removed 1b3) to be taken, brought unto 1c) (Pual) 1c1) to be taken from or out of 1c2) to be stolen from 1c3) to be taken captive 1c4) to be taken away, be removed 1d) (Hophal) 1d1) to be taken unto, be brought unto 1d2) to be taken out of 1d3) to be taken away 1e) (Hithpael) 1e1) to take hold of oneself 1e2) to flash about (of lightning)
Usage: Occurs in 909 OT verses. KJV: accept, bring, buy, carry away, drawn, fetch, get, infold, [idiom] many, mingle, place, receive(-ing), reserve, seize, send for, take (away, -ing, up), use, win. See also: Genesis 2:15; Genesis 34:17; Exodus 30:23.
מוֹקֵ֣שׁ
môwqêsh
H4170
"snare"
N-ms
A snare or trap, this word is used to describe a device to catch animals. In the Bible, it is also used figuratively to describe being trapped by sin or temptation, as seen in the book of Proverbs.
Definition: bait, lure, snare
Usage: Occurs in 27 OT verses. KJV: be ensnared, gin, (is) snare(-d), trap. See also: Exodus 10:7; Psalms 69:23; Psalms 18:6.
לְ/נַפְשֶֽׁ/ךָ
nephesh
H5315
"soul"
Prep | N-cs | Suff
The Hebrew word for soul or living being, used in the Bible to describe the essence of a person or animal. It encompasses the ideas of life, breath, and vitality, and is translated as 'soul' or 'creature' in the KJV. This word is central to biblical concepts of humanity and existence.
Definition: 1) soul, self, life, creature, person, appetite, mind, living being, desire, emotion, passion 1a) that which breathes, the breathing substance or being, soul, the inner being of man 1b) living being 1c) living being (with life in the blood) 1d) the man himself, self, person or individual 1e) seat of the appetites 1f) seat of emotions and passions 1g) activity of mind 1g1) uncertain 1h) activity of the will 1h1) uncertain 1i) activity of the character 1i1) uncertain
Usage: Occurs in 683 OT verses. KJV: any, appetite, beast, body, breath, creature, [idiom] dead(-ly), desire, [idiom] (dis-) contented, [idiom] fish, ghost, [phrase] greedy, he, heart(-y), (hath, [idiom] jeopardy of) life ([idiom] in jeopardy), lust, man, me, mind, mortally, one, own, person, pleasure, (her-, him-, my-, thy-) self, them (your) -selves, [phrase] slay, soul, [phrase] tablet, they, thing, ([idiom] she) will, [idiom] would have it. See also: Genesis 1:20; Leviticus 26:43; Judges 18:25.
Study Notes — Proverbs 22:25
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- Context
- Cross References
- Proverbs 22:25 Summary
- Frequently Asked Questions
- Reflection Questions
- Gill's Exposition on Proverbs 22:25
- Jamieson-Fausset-Brown on Proverbs 22:25
- Matthew Poole's Commentary on Proverbs 22:25
- Trapp's Commentary on Proverbs 22:25
- Ellicott's Commentary on Proverbs 22:25
- Whedon's Commentary on Proverbs 22:25
- Sermons on Proverbs 22:25
Context — Saying 3
23for the LORD will take up their case and will plunder those who rob them.
24Do not make friends with an angry man, and do not associate with a hot-tempered man,
25or you may learn his ways and entangle yourself in a snare.
26Do not be one who gives pledges, who puts up security for debts. 27If you have nothing with which to pay, why should your bed be taken from under you?Cross References
| Reference | Text (BSB) | |
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| 1 | 1 Corinthians 15:33 | Do not be deceived: “Bad company corrupts good character.” |
| 2 | Proverbs 13:20 | He who walks with the wise will become wise, but the companion of fools will be destroyed. |
| 3 | Psalms 106:35 | but they mingled with the nations and adopted their customs. |
Proverbs 22:25 Summary
This verse is warning us against spending too much time with people who are angry or hot-tempered, because we might start to act like them and get into trouble. It's like the Bible says in 1 Corinthians 15:33, 'Bad company corrupts good morals.' We need to be careful about who we hang out with and make sure they are people who will help us become more like Jesus. By choosing our friends wisely, we can avoid getting caught in a snare of sin and instead live a life that honors God, as encouraged in Proverbs 13:20.
Frequently Asked Questions
What kind of snare is being referred to in Proverbs 22:25?
The snare in Proverbs 22:25 refers to the trap of sin and its consequences, as seen in Proverbs 22:23 where the LORD will take up the case of those who are robbed, and also in Proverbs 29:6, which warns against the snare of evil people.
How can I avoid learning the ways of an angry or hot-tempered person?
To avoid learning the ways of an angry or hot-tempered person, it's essential to set boundaries and limit your interaction with them, as advised in Proverbs 22:24, and instead surround yourself with wise and gentle people, as encouraged in Proverbs 13:20.
Is it okay to be friends with someone who is angry or hot-tempered if I think I can help them?
While it's commendable to want to help others, Proverbs 22:25 warns against making friends with an angry or hot-tempered person, as their behavior can be contagious and lead you into a snare, as seen in 1 Corinthians 15:33, which says 'Do not be deceived: Bad company corrupts good morals.'
How does this verse relate to other biblical teachings on relationships?
This verse is consistent with other biblical teachings on relationships, such as Proverbs 12:26, which says 'The righteous should choose his friends carefully', and also with the teachings of Jesus in Matthew 18:7, which warns against causing others to stumble.
Reflection Questions
- What are some ways I may be learning the ways of an angry or hot-tempered person in my life, and how can I stop?
- How can I balance the desire to help others with the need to protect myself from their negative influences?
- What are some warning signs that I may be getting entangled in a snare, and how can I seek help?
- In what ways can I surround myself with wise and gentle people who will positively influence my life?
Gill's Exposition on Proverbs 22:25
Lest thou learn his ways,.... And be as wrathful and furious, as quarrelsome and contentious, as he is.
Jamieson-Fausset-Brown on Proverbs 22:25
Lest thou learn his ways, and get a snare to thy soul. Lest thou ... get (receive) a snare to thy soul. "Get" or 'receive' implies a voluntary incurring of risk of destruction sudden and inevitable.
Matthew Poole's Commentary on Proverbs 22:25
Lest thou learn his ways; lest thou be infected by his example, or provoked by this passion to return the like to him. A snare; either, 1. A mischief, which is oft the effect of unbridled rage. Or, 2. An occasion of sin; either by drawing thee to an imitation or requital of his rage; or by tempting thee to unfaithfulness in performing the great office of a friend, to wit, admonition or reproof, which, by reason of his furious temper, thou either canst not or wilt not do.
Trapp's Commentary on Proverbs 22:25
Proverbs 22:25 Lest thou learn his ways, and get a snare to thy soul.Ver. 25. Lest thou learn his ways.] As a man is an imitating creature, and easily conformed to the company he keepeth. Sin is also very spreading, and more infectious than the plague: this of rash anger especially, whereunto being naturally inclined, we shall easily get a habit of frowardness. Entireness with wicked consorts is one of the strongest chains of hell, and binds us to a participation both of sin and punishment. And get a snare to thy soul.] This is all thou art like to get by such men’ s company. An angry man - a master of anger, as the Hebrew here hath it, or rather one that is mastered by his anger, and enslaved thereunto - is fitly compared by one to a cock of the game, that quarrelsome creature, that is still bloody with the blood either of others or of himself. He flies upon his best friends sometimes, as Alexander did, and slays those whom he would revive again with his own heart blood. Dogs in a chase bark oft at their best friends.
Ellicott's Commentary on Proverbs 22:25
(25) Lest thou . . . get a snare to thy soul—i.e., lose thy life.
Whedon's Commentary on Proverbs 22:25
25. Lest thou learn his ways — We are apt to become assimilated to those with whom we keep company.
Sermons on Proverbs 22:25
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The Best, Not the Good by Vance Havner | In this sermon, the speaker emphasizes the importance of making choices in life between the bad, the good, and the best. He highlights the danger of settling for the good when we c |
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(2008 Usa Tour) Singles Table Talk by Keith Daniel | In this sermon, the preacher describes a journey up a cableway to a beautiful mountain, followed by a visit to a tea place and a boat ride around Seal Island. The preacher then men |
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When Mercy Kills an Outstretched Hand by Carter Conlon | In this sermon, the speaker discusses the danger of hirelings in the pulpit who avoid addressing sin in the lives of their congregation. He emphasizes that when God is not present, |
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Peace Stealers by Jim Cymbala | In this sermon, the speaker discusses the importance of peace and how to guard it. He shares a personal experience of feeling unhappy and seeking a new direction in his life. Throu |
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(Godly Courtship) 05 Godly Courtship - Question & Answer by Denny Kenaston | In this sermon, the speaker discusses George Mueller's four-point outline for discerning God's will. The first point is to listen to the Spirit of God in our own hearts. The second |
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The Father Is a Watchman - Part 1 by Denny Kenaston | This sermon addresses the challenges faced by godly families in a world filled with various forms of entertainment, focusing on the negative impact of media like television, movies |
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The Dangers of the Christian Radio by Denny Kenaston | The sermon transcript discusses the dangers of listening to Christian radio. The speaker urges listeners to put away the radio if they find themselves becoming hooked on it. He emp |