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Proverbs 5:22

Proverbs 5:23 net — He will die because there was no discipline; because of the greatness of his folly he will reel.

NET Bible

"He will die because there was no discipline; because of the greatness of his folly he will reel."

— Proverbs 5:23, NET Bible

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Proverbs 5:23 in Other Translations

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Proverbs 5 — Context

20

But why should you be captivated, my son, by an adulteress, and embrace the bosom of a different woman?

21

For the ways of a person are in front of the LORD’s eyes, and the LORD weighs all that person’s paths.

22

The wicked will be captured by his own iniquities, and he will be held by the cords of his own sin.

23

He will die because there was no discipline; because of the greatness of his folly he will reel.

Proverbs 5:23 — Frequently Asked Questions

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What does Proverbs 5:23 say?
Proverbs 5:23 in the NET Bible reads: “He will die because there was no discipline; because of the greatness of his folly he will reel.”
Where is Proverbs 5:23 in the Bible?
Proverbs 5:23 is found in the Old Testament, in the book of Proverbs, chapter 5, verse 23.
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 5:23.
What translation should I read Proverbs 5:23 in?
Proverbs 5:23 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 5:23?
Proverbs 5:23 reads (NET): “He will die because there was no discipline; because of the greatness of his folly he will reel.” 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.
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