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To deliver thee from the way of the evil man, from the man that speaketh froward things;
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Who leave the paths of uprightness, to walk in the ways of darkness;
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Who rejoice to do evil, and delight in the frowardness of the wicked;
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Whose ways are crooked, and they froward in their paths:
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To deliver thee from the strange woman, even from the stranger which flattereth with her words;
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Which forsaketh the guide of her youth, and forgetteth the covenant of her God.
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For her house inclineth unto death, and her paths unto the dead.
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None that go unto her return again, neither take they hold of the paths of life.
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That thou mayest walk in the way of good men, and keep the paths of the righteous.
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For the upright shall dwell in the land, and the perfect shall remain in it.
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But the wicked shall be cut off from the earth, and the transgressors shall be rooted out of it.
Commentary
This chapter emphasizes the importance of actively seeking wisdom and understanding rather than simply waiting for it to come to us. It teaches that wisdom is not just a mental exercise but a way of life, guiding us in our decisions and relationships. The contrast between the wise and wicked ways of living reminds us that every choice we make has consequences, and encourages us to follow the path of righteousness. In a world where there is so much misinformation and deception, the pursuit of wisdom is crucial.
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