Proverbs 5:2

Proverbs 5:1 net — Admonition to Avoid Seduction to Evil My child, be attentive to my wisdom, pay close attention to my understanding,

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"Admonition to Avoid Seduction to Evil My child, be attentive to my wisdom, pay close attention to my understanding,"

— Proverbs 5:1, NET Bible

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Proverbs 5:1 in Other Translations

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KJV
“My son, attend unto my wisdom, and bow thine ear to my understanding:”
King James Version · Read this chapter in KJV
ASV
“My son, attend unto my wisdom; Incline thine ear to my understanding: ”
American Standard Version · Read this chapter in ASV
WEB
“My son, pay attention to my wisdom. Turn your ear to my understanding:”
World English Bible · Read this chapter in WEB
DRB
“My son, attend to my wisdom, and incline thy ear to my prudence,”
Douay-Rheims Bible · Read this chapter in DRB
BBE
“My son, give attention to my wisdom; let your ear be turned to my teaching:”
Bible in Basic English · Read this chapter in BBE
KJVA
“My son, attend unto my wisdom, and bow thine ear to my understanding:”
King James Version with Apocrypha · Read this chapter in KJVA

Proverbs 5 — Context

Admonition to Avoid Seduction to Evil My child, be attentive to my wisdom, pay close attention to my understanding,

in order to safeguard discretion, and that your lips may guard knowledge.

For the lips of the adulterous woman drip honey, and her seductive words are smoother than olive oil,

but in the end she is bitter as wormwood, sharp as a two-edged sword.

Proverbs 5:1 — Frequently Asked Questions

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What does Proverbs 5:1 say?

Proverbs 5:1 in the NET Bible reads: “Admonition to Avoid Seduction to Evil My child, be attentive to my wisdom, pay close attention to my understanding,”

Where is Proverbs 5:1 in the Bible?

Proverbs 5:1 is found in the Old Testament, in the book of Proverbs, chapter 5, verse 1.

Who wrote Proverbs?

Proverbs is traditionally attributed to Solomon (primarily), with sections by Agur and Lemuel. It was written c. 970–700 BC.

What is the book of Proverbs about?

Proverbs is practical wisdom for everyday life — short, vivid sayings on speech, work, money, friendship, sex, parenting, and the fear of the LORD. It teaches that wisdom is not mere cleverness but a way of walking with God in a complicated world.

What are the major themes of Proverbs?

Proverbs explores themes including Wisdom, Folly, Fear of the LORD, Discipline, Speech, Diligence. These themes shape the meaning and context of Proverbs 5:1.

What translation should I read Proverbs 5:1 in?

Proverbs 5:1 is available on GodsGoodBook in the King James Version (KJV), American Standard Version (ASV), World English Bible (WEB), NET Bible, Young's Literal Translation, Darby Bible, Douay-Rheims Bible, and the Bible in Basic English. Each translation reflects different translation philosophies — use the translation picker on this page to compare them, or browse our full translations directory.

How can I memorize Proverbs 5:1?

Proverbs 5:1 reads (NET): “Admonition to Avoid Seduction to Evil My child, be attentive to my wisdom, pay close attention to my understanding,” Read it aloud, break it into short phrases, repeat each phrase three times before adding the next, then put the phrases together. Reading it in multiple translations (above) often helps the meaning settle.

Proverbs 5:1 net — Admonition to Avoid Seduction to Evil My child, be attentive to my wisdom, pay close attention to my understanding,

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