Proverbs 5

Proverbs 5:5

Respect - A due respect, which implies hearty affection, diligent study, and constant practice. To all - So as not to allow myself in any known sin, or in the neglect of any known duty.

Proverbs 5:6

When - When by thy good spirit I shall he more fitly instructed in the meaning of thy word.

Proverbs 5:7

Forsake me not - For then I shall fall into the foulest sins.

Proverbs 5:8

A young man - Or, any man. But he names the young man, because such are commonly void of wisdom and experience, and exposed to many and great temptations. Cleanse - Purge himself from all filthiness of flesh and spirit.

Proverbs 5:10

Hid - I have laid it up in my mind like a choice treasure, to be ready upon all occasions to counsel, quicken or caution me.

Proverbs 5:16

Live - Safely and comfortably.

Proverbs 5:17

Open - Enlighten my mind by the light of thy Holy Spirit, and dispel all ignorance and error. Behold - Those great and marvellous depths of Divine wisdom and goodness, and those profound mysteries of Christ, and God’s grace to mankind, and of that everlasting state, which are not to be known but by Divine illumination.

Proverbs 5:18

A stranger - I am not here as in my home, but as a pilgrim travelling homeward in a strange land. Commandments - Which are my chief support and guide in my pilgrimage.

Proverbs 5:19

Breaketh - Faints, as it frequently does, when a thing vehemently desired is delayed. Judgments - To a more sound knowledge and serious practice of them.

Proverbs 5:20

The proud - Obstinate and presumptuous sinners, who sin with an high hand. Err - Or, wander, knowingly or wilfully.