Proverbs 6:2 bbe — You are taken as in a net by the words of your mouth, the sayings of your lips have overcome you.

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"You are taken as in a net by the words of your mouth, the sayings of your lips have overcome you."

— Proverbs 6:2, Bible in Basic English

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ASV
“Thou art snared with the words of thy mouth, Thou art taken with the words of thy mouth. ”
American Standard Version · Read this chapter in ASV
DRB
“Thou art ensnared with the words of thy mouth, and caught with thy own words.”
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KJVA
“Thou art snared with the words of thy mouth, thou art taken with the words of thy mouth.”
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Proverbs 6 — Context

My son, if you have made yourself responsible for your neighbour, or given your word for another,

You are taken as in a net by the words of your mouth, the sayings of your lips have overcome you.

Do this, my son, and make yourself free, because you have come into the power of your neighbour; go without waiting, and make a strong request to your neighbour.

Give no sleep to your eyes, or rest to them;

Make yourself free, like the roe from the hand of the archer, and the bird from him who puts a net for her.

Proverbs 6:2 — Frequently Asked Questions

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What does Proverbs 6:2 say?

Proverbs 6:2 in the Bible in Basic English reads: “You are taken as in a net by the words of your mouth, the sayings of your lips have overcome you.”

Where is Proverbs 6:2 in the Bible?

Proverbs 6:2 is found in the Old Testament, in the book of Proverbs, chapter 6, verse 2.

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 6:2.

What translation should I read Proverbs 6:2 in?

Proverbs 6:2 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 6:2?

Proverbs 6:2 reads (BBE): “You are taken as in a net by the words of your mouth, the sayings of your lips have overcome you.” 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 6:2 bbe — You are taken as in a net by the words of your mouth, the sayings of your lips have overcome you.

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