What does Proverbs 6:24 mean?

Proverbs 6:24 highlights themes such as temptation, wisdom, protection when read in context.

How should I apply Proverbs 6:24 today?

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

To keep thee from the evil woman, from the flattery of the tongue of a strange woman.

22When thou goest, it shall lead thee; when thou sleepest, it shall keep thee; and when thou awakest, it shall talk with thee.

23For the commandment is a lamp; and the law is light; and reproofs of instruction are the way of life:

24To keep thee from the evil woman, from the flattery of the tongue of a strange woman.

25Lust not after her beauty in thine heart; neither let her take thee with her eyelids.

26For by means of a whorish woman a man is brought to a piece of bread: and the adulteress will hunt for the precious life.

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Proverbs 2:16-17
These verses also warn against the seductive nature of immoral women.
1 Corinthians 10:13
This verse assures that God provides a way out of temptation, similar to the protective theme here.
James 1:14-15
This passage discusses how temptation leads to sin, echoing the warning against flattery.