What does Proverbs 6:3 mean?

Proverbs 6:3 highlights themes such as humility, friendship, deliverance when read in context.

How should I apply Proverbs 6:3 today?

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

Do 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.

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.

5Deliver thyself as a roe from the hand of the hunter, and as a bird from the hand of the fowler.

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Matthew 5:23-24
Jesus teaches about reconciling with others, similar to the call for humility.
Proverbs 18:24
Both verses highlight the importance of friendship and humility.
Philippians 2:3
This verse encourages humility in relationships with others.