Proverbs 5:22 · KJV

"His own iniquities shall take the wicked himself, and he shall be holden with the cords of his sins."

King James Version

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Passage Context

²⁰And why wilt thou, my son, be ravished with a strange woman, and embrace the bosom of a stranger?

²¹For the ways of man are before the eyes of the LORD, and he pondereth all his goings.

²²His own iniquities shall take the wicked himself, and he shall be holden with the cords of his sins.

²³He shall die without instruction; and in the greatness of his folly he shall go astray.

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Reflection Questions

How does recognizing the consequences of sin affect your choices?

What does being 'held by the cords of sin' mean for you personally?

When have you felt the weight of your own iniquities?

Life Application

faith

Reflect on your actions and their alignment with your values. Seek to strengthen your resolve against temptation.

relationships

Consider how your actions impact those around you. Make amends where necessary.

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