What does Proverbs 6:2 mean?

Proverbs 6:2 highlights themes such as faith and obedience when read in context.

How should I apply Proverbs 6:2 today?

Read the surrounding passage, compare related cross references, and turn the verse into a short prayer and concrete action.

Thou art snared with the words of thy mouth, thou art taken with the words of thy mouth.

1My son, if thou be surety for thy friend, if thou hast stricken thy hand with a stranger,

2Thou art snared with the words of thy mouth, thou art taken with the words of thy mouth.

3Do this now, my son, and deliver thyself, when thou art come into the hand of thy friend; go, humble thyself, and make sure thy friend.

4Give not sleep to thine eyes, nor slumber to thine eyelids.

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